2005-D Speared Bison Nickel Value: What Yours Is Worth
A 2005-D speared bison nickel in MS65 has sold at auction for about $130 to $312, and Greysheet's retail guide lists MS65 at $850. PCGS lists MS66 at $2,500. The top result is $2,650 for an NGC MS66. A normal 2005 bison nickel is worth 5 cents in circulation and about $1.56 in MS65.
- Variety
- A die gouge on the Denver bison nickel reverse that runs like a spear through the bison's back.
- Mint mark
- D. Only Denver coins have it.
- Normal coin
- 487,680,000 2005-D bison nickels were made, nearly all normal.
Value by grade
| Grade | Value | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| MS65 | About $130 to $312 | Auction sales (Greysheet, PCGS) |
| MS65 | $850 | Greysheet CPG retail guide |
| MS66 | $2,500 | PCGS price guide |
| MS66 (NGC) | $2,650 | eBay, Oct 30, 2021 (top result) |
| Normal 2005-D bison, MS65 | $1.56 | USA Coin Book |
Values checked Oct 8, 2026.
What to look for
- On the back, look for a raised line running down at an angle through the bison's back and body.
- Check for the D mint mark. Philadelphia coins do not have this gouge.
- Worn coins with the gouge still carry a premium, but most of the value is in uncirculated coins.
Fakes and lookalikes
- A scratch is cut into the coin. A die gouge is raised. Run a fingernail over it or tilt it in the light.
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FAQ
What is a 2005-D speared bison nickel worth?
About $130 to $312 in MS65 based on auction sales, with higher grades bringing much more. MS66 coins have sold for over $2,000.
What is a normal 2005 bison nickel worth?
5 cents in circulation, about $1.56 in MS65.
Does a 2005-P have the speared bison?
No. The variety is only known on Denver coins.
Related coins
Sources
- PCGS CoinFacts, 2005-D 5C Speared Bison
- Greysheet, 2005-D speared bison
- USA Coin Book, Jefferson nickel values
Values are retail estimates or recorded sale prices from the sources above, checked Oct 8, 2026. What a dealer pays you is usually less than retail.
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