Buffalo Nickel and Native American Arrowhead Gift Set
Unbranded (Generic Souvenir/Educational) · Collectibles & Antiques > Coins/Historical Ephemera
Era / Decade
1990s-2000s manufacturing (using 1913-1938 coin components)
Material
75% copper/25% nickel (coin), flint/chert stone (arrowhead), cardboard/plastic packaging
Condition
Good (Packaging) / Circulated (Coin) - The cardboard shows light edge wear and a small tear at the bottom of the die-cut. The arrowhead is intact; the nickel is heavily circulated with a worn date.
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Typical tourist shop or museum gift shop item; steady interest from budget coin collectors or scouts.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$8.00 - $15.00
Estimated Retail Value
$5.00 - $10.00
Comparable Sales
Similar single-coin souvenir cards typically sell for $7-$12 on eBay. Loose, worn Buffalo nickels with visible dates sell for $1-$3, while souvenirs with arrowheads add a slight premium for the curb appeal.
Description
This is a vintage educational souvenir card featuring an authentic US Buffalo Nickel (minted 1913-1938) and a small worked stone arrowhead. The card provides historical context regarding the coin's designer, James Earl Fraser, and the artifact. Ideal for beginning collectors or as a rustic desk accessory.
Key Features
Includes a genuine Buffalo Nickel with high relief; includes a stone artifact; low-cost entry-point collectible; educational packaging creates an 'all-in-one' giftable feel.
Authenticity Indicators
The nickel displays correct 'Five Cents' font and buffalo anatomy for the 1913-1938 series; the arrowhead shows pressure flaking consistent with authentic small points. Confidence Level: High regarding the coin; Medium regarding the 'artifact' being ancient vs. modern-made for souvenirs.
Flaws to Note
A small tear is visible at the bottom of the arrowhead window. The nickel’s date is partially worn (common for this series). Evidence of handling on the cardboard edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (Coins & Paper Money category) or Etsy (Vintage Collectibles). Small items like this also sell well in themed bundles on Mercari.
Selling Tips
Avoid cleaning the coin as it destroys numismatic value. Use the keywords 'Buffalo Nickel Collector Gift Set' and 'Native American Interest'. Ship in a rigid mailer to prevent the cardboard from bending.