2006 1 oz US Gold Buffalo Coin BU

2006 1 oz US Gold Buffalo Coin BU

Gold Buffalo Coins were the very first official gold bullion coin struck by the United States Mint with 0.9999 pure gold. In fact, these particular 2006 1 oz Gold Buffalo coins are part of the illustrious first batch under this coin program.

Each of these coins contains 1 troy ounce of pure 0.9999 or 24-karat gold. Moreover, every coin carries a $50 (USD) face value as well.

The reverses of these coins feature ‘Black Diamond,’ a bison in the New York City Central Park Zoo during the early 1900s. The majestic beast reportedly inspired James Earle Fraser, the artist behind this design, who weaved it permanently into the design for the nickel coin in 1913. In fact, this image was so admired that the coin is still known bears the name – Buffalo Nickel.

The right profile portrait of a Native American Chieftain graces the obverses of the Gold Buffalo Coins. This is another one of Earle Fraser’s creations, used on the same Buffalo Nickel coin. Interestingly, the obverse design also imparted the name ‘Indian Head Nickel’ to this popular coin.

Don’t miss this chance to own the very first United States gold bullion coins, struck using 0.9999 (24-karat) pure gold in the year 2006. Their pure gold and the rich history of the designs, in conjunction with being part of the first batch of coins released under the Gold Buffalo program makes these 2006 Gold Buffalo Coins excellent vehicles for investment, precious gifting items, and critical to any American coin collection.