The US 1928 Nickel featured the familiar Buffalo design by James Earle Fraser, symbolizing the American frontier and Native American heritage. Struck in copper-nickel, it reflected a period of economic recovery after the 1920s recession. The US 1928 Nickel embodied national pride during a time of industrial growth and the increasing presence of the U.S. on the global stage.
In 1928, the US 1928 Nickel circulated amidst growing tensions leading to the Great Depression. Fraser’s design, highlighting the buffalo and Native American motifs, reinforced Americas connection to its past. The US 1928 Nickel represented both a celebration of history and the challenges of maintaining economic stability during uncertain times.