1924-D

Denver's 1924 Buffalo nickel mintage was 5,258,000 coins, a moderate figure that establishes the 1924-D as a semi-key in the series. The coin is noticeably scarcer than the Philadelphia issue and commands meaningful premiums in higher grades. Most examples circulated heavily, and higher grades are scarce.

Denver strike characteristics for 1924 are often weak, with soft obverse detail and incomplete bison hair definition on the reverse. Well-struck 1924-D nickels are prized by specialists and command premiums over typical strike examples at the same grade. Finding a sharp MS64 or better example requires patient searching and willingness to examine multiple candidates before making a purchase.

PCGS survival estimates place the population at moderate levels in circulated grades with significantly smaller numbers in Mint State. The coin is typically grouped with other 1920s Denver semi-keys in collector discussions. For collectors building complete Buffalo sets, the 1924-D is one of several mid-series branch mint issues that require dedicated effort and budget. Heritage Auctions has sold well-struck Gem examples in the $3,000 to $10,000 range depending on strike quality.