1 ozt Gold Buffalo

1 oz American Gold Buffalo, .9999 fine (24-karat) gold, classic Native American design, U.S. Mint’s purest gold bullion coin.
Attribute nameAttribute value
Metal TypeGold
SKU: 100005091
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Description

 

The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo is the first-ever 24-karat (.9999 fine) gold coin issued by the United States Mint, launched in 2006 to compete with other global pure gold coins like the Canadian Maple Leaf.

Struck from 1 troy ounce (31.103 grams) of .9999 fine gold, the Gold Buffalo is highly valued by investors who prefer pure, 24-karat gold bullion. Unlike the American Gold Eagle (which is 22k), the Buffalo contains no alloys—only pure gold.

The design is based on James Earle Fraser’s iconic 1913 Type I Buffalo Nickel:

  • Obverse: A stoic Native American profile, a composite of real tribal chiefs.

  • Reverse: A majestic American bison, believed to be modeled after “Black Diamond” from the Central Park Zoo.

Specifications:

  • Weight: 1 troy oz (31.103 grams)

  • Diameter: 32.7 mm

  • Thickness: 2.95 mm

  • Purity: .9999 fine gold (24k)

  • Face Value: $50 USD (legal tender)

  • Edge: Reeded

  • Minted by: United States Mint (West Point)

The Gold Buffalo is IRA-eligible, backed by the U.S. government, and offered in brilliant uncirculated and proof finishes. It’s popular with investors seeking maximum gold purity and collectors who appreciate Fraser’s historic design. As one of the most beautiful modern gold coins, it bridges historical artistry with pure bullion value.

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Metal TypeGold

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Our Core Values

More than 50 years ago, our founder, Art Arbutine, began offering rare coins at select shows and markets, while Pat Arbutine, Art's wife, cultivated a discerning eye for estate silver. From these humble beginnings, a legacy was born—rooted in a commitment to honesty, integrity and reliability.

Today, we continue to serve our clients with the same principles that guided us from the start. We curate heritage-quality pieces designed to elevate refined interiors and discerning lifestyles, always with a deep respect for craftsmanship, history, and trust.