2006 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Proof Coin

2006 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Proof Coin

SD Bullion proudly presents the 2006 Gold Buffalo Proof Coin, the premiere 24k gold coin produced by the US Mint.

The American Gold Buffalo Coins showcase iconic patriotic designs deeply connected to national history and the country’s rich wildlife. Enhanced by a proof finish, these coins appeal to coin collectors who praise their historical and numismatic value.

Today, you can purchase 2006 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coins from SD Bullion, housed in an original mint box and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Coin Highlights

• Contains 1 oz of .9999 pure gold;
• Proof coin;
• Produced by the US Mint;
• The debuting proof coin of the series;
• Holds a face value of USD 50, backed by the US Government;
• The obverse features a Native American Chief;
• The reverse displays the American Bison or the Buffalo;
• Housed in an original mint box with a COA.

The Design

The reverse design features the American Bison, whose left-side upstanding portrait resembles a Buffalo - hence the coin’s moniker. The image covers most of the reverse surface and contains inscriptions. 

The engravings start with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and the motto “E PLURIBUS UNUM” on top. The other motto, “IN GOD WE TRUST,” is near the animal’s muzzle. Beneath the image, “$50,” “1 OZ .9999 FINE GOLD” refers to the coin’s denomination, weight, fineness, and metal content.

The obverse design, which depicts a Native American Chief’s right profile bust, is a reviewed version of James Earle Fraser’s Indian Head Nickel, issued in 1913. 

This bust combines traces from three distinct Native American tribes: the Big Tree, the Iron Tail, and the Two Moons. The word “LIBERTY” is incused in front of the Native’s forehead, the year of mintage, and an “F,” referring to the artist’s initials, lie on the lower left.

The Mintage

The Gold Buffalo was the first 24k gold coin produced by the US Mint in the West Point branch. In 2006, the US Mint delivered 246,267 Proof Gold Buffalo Coins.

Each coin contains 1 oz of .9999 pure gold, with a 32.7 mm diameter (1.287 in) and a thickness of 2.95 mm (0.116 in) with reeded edges.

The coins are legal tender and hold a $50 face value, guaranteed by the US Federal Government.

Buy 2006 1 oz Gold Buffalo Proof Coins at SD Bullion

Elevate your gold collection with the debuting US Gold Buffalo Coin in proof finish.

Purchase the 2006 1 oz Gold Buffalo Proof Coin online from SD Bullion, 24/7.

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