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Message:: [QUOTE="CoinOKC, post: 39882, member: 2146"]The original James Earl Fraser reverse (and obverse, for that matter) was a masterpiece.  IMHO, nothing comes close. I like the new Bison nickel.  To me, it's a welcome change from the old-style Jefferson nickel we've become so accustomed to over the years.  I think the Bison design is excellent even though I would like to see it in a deeper recess like older coins.  I feel that doing so would have really brought out the design.  But, I also understand the Mint's desire to extend the life of the dies.  So, after all is said and done, it's a good compromise. As for the obverse, Jefferson was a remarkable man, but his portrait on the nickel was becoming anything but remarkable.  I think he might appreciate the facelift... And, don't worry, as more and more rolls and Mint Sets get broken up, there are going to be plenty of high-grade 2005 Bisons to go around. Let's all enjoy what the new nickel represents:  a celebration of the Westward Journey of Lewis and Clark. But, don't get used to the new obverse design... remember, it's changing again next year...   <img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie1" alt=":)" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" />   ... and we only have the Bison design for the next few months!!![/QUOTE]