1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coin BU (Random Year)
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1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coin BU (Random Year)
.9999 Fine Gold • First U.S. Mint 24K Gold Bullion Coin • Backed by the U.S. Government
- ✓ Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 fine gold (24K)
- ✓ First-ever pure gold (.9999 fine) bullion coin issued by the U.S. Mint
- ✓ Honors James Earle Fraser’s classic 1913 Buffalo Nickel design
- ✓ Struck at the West Point Mint and backed by the U.S. government
- ✓ IRA-eligible for tax-advantaged investing
- ✓ Random-year issue from 2006 to present, depending on available stock
The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo coin holds a special place in U.S. Mint history as the nation’s first-ever .9999 fine gold bullion coin. Introduced in 2006 under the American Buffalo Coin Act, this stunning piece is a modern reimagining of James Earle Fraser’s legendary Buffalo Nickel design, which first appeared in 1913.
The obverse features a bold and noble Native American profile derived from three real-life tribal leaders, symbolizing the strength and heritage of America’s first peoples. The reverse showcases the iconic American bison “Black Diamond”, which once roamed the plains and resided at the Central Park Zoo in New York City. Each coin is struck from 1 full troy ounce of .9999 fine gold and fully guaranteed by the U.S. government for weight, purity, and content.
Gold Buffalos combine exceptional purity, stunning design, and official U.S. backing, making them one of the most desired gold coins among investors and collectors worldwide. Random-year Buffalos are selected based on available MintBuilder inventory.
Key Features
- ✓ Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 fine gold (24 karat)
- ✓ First 24K gold bullion coin from the U.S. Mint
- ✓ Classic Buffalo Nickel design by James Earle Fraser
- ✓ Fully guaranteed by the U.S. government for weight and purity
- ✓ IRA-eligible investment option
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Each 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coin is guaranteed by the U.S. Mint for weight, purity, and content. Random-year selection is based on current inventory and may vary.
Add the 1 oz American Gold Buffalo to your MintBuilder collection today — a timeless piece of U.S. gold heritage and the first-ever 24K bullion coin issued by the United States.
Specifications
| Item Type: | Gold Bullion Coin |
| Manufacturer: | United States Mint (West Point) |
| Years of Issue: | 2006–Present (Random Year) |
| Denomination: | $50 USD (Legal Tender) |
| Actual Gold Weight (AGW): | 1 Troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Purity: | .9999 fine (24 karat) |
| Total Weight: | 31.108 g |
| Diameter: | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness: | 2.95 mm |
| Obverse: | Profile of a Native American chief, with “LIBERTY” and year of issue |
| Reverse: | American buffalo “Black Diamond,” denomination, and weight inscriptions |
| Finish: | Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) |
| Packaging: | Protective capsule or Mint-issued plastic |
| IRA Eligible: | Yes |
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