One of the more intriguing things about silver coin collecting is that they give you knowledge of many different things. Think about the extent of learning that comes within the range of the person who spends their spare time in researching coins (especially old rare coins such as our silver buffalo nickels). Silver coins tell a story of romance, honor, power and patriotism in every country and every race. These silver coins have been imprinted with names of legendary hero’s, historic battles, sieges, victories, buffalo`s and pride of conquerors have all be depicted in certain coins. The United States uses their presidents on most of their silver coins or a buffalo, and only a few symbolic leaders have been minted, such as the Susan B. Anthony Dollar, The Gold Buffalo $50.00 gold piece that was designed from the American Indian nickel. Still one of the most sought after silver coin is the silver buffalo nickles.
Learning a silver coin`s history is not the only valuable aspect of a coin collection. Many silver coins are rare and can’t be replaced. That makes them valuable in money as well. From ancient times,

coins have been struck in gold and silver, bronze and copper.