1 oz American Gold Buffalo (Date & Type Our Choice)
$4,959.80
The 1 oz American Buffalo Gold Coin is America’s purest gold coin — the first 24-karat gold coin ever struck by the U.S. Mint, containing 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine gold. IRA Approved.Introduced in 2006, the American Gold Buffalo was the United States’ answer to global demand for a .9999 (24-karat) pure gold coin. Unlike the American Gold Eagle’s 22-karat alloy, the Buffalo is pure gold from edge to edge — maximizing gold content per dollar.The design is based on James Earle Fraser’s iconic 1913 Buffalo Nickel. The obverse features a composite portrait of three Native American chiefs — Iron Tail, Two Moons, and Big Tree — and the reverse features an American bison standing on a raised mound.Because it is pure gold (not alloyed), the Buffalo is softer than the Eagle — handle only with cotton gloves and store in its original capsule. It carries a $50 face value and is recognized worldwide. IRA eligible for self-directed Precious Metals IRAs.
Additional information
| Gold content: | 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) of .9999 fine pure gold |
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| Total weight: | 1 troy ounce (31.1035 grams) — pure gold, no alloy |
| Composition: | 99.99% pure gold (24-karat) |
| Diameter: | 32.7 mm |
| Thickness: | 2.95 mm |
| Face value: | $50 USD (U.S. legal tender) |
| Condition: | Brilliant Uncirculated |
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Product Description
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IRA eligible for self-directed Precious Metals IRAs. Available by date based on current inventory.
Design Breakdown
The American Gold Buffalo features one of the most beloved designs in American coinage history — James Earle Fraser's 1913 Buffalo Nickel design. The obverse depicts a composite Native American portrait, believed to draw from three chiefs: Iron Tail (Lakota), Two Moons (Cheyenne), and John Big Tree (Seneca). The reverse shows an American bison — commonly called a buffalo — standing on a raised mound. This design has captivated collectors for over a century and translates beautifully to the larger gold coin format, with Fraser's original detail rendered in pure 24-karat gold.
How to Use It
- Hold as a pure gold store of value — .9999 fine, no alloy metals
- Include in a Precious Metals IRA (IRS-approved for self-directed IRAs)
- Trade worldwide — recognized and valued by international dealers
- Collect by year for a complete Buffalo series
- Gift as a premium introduction to pure gold ownership
- Store alongside other pure gold products for maximum purity consistency
Storage and Preservation
The Gold Buffalo's .9999 purity makes it softer than alloyed coins like the Gold Eagle. Handle with cotton gloves only — fingerprints can mark pure gold surfaces. Store in the original mint capsule or a soft, non-abrasive holder. Pure gold does not tarnish, but it scratches easily. A home safe, bank safe deposit box, or professional vault is recommended. For IRA purposes, storage must be in an IRS-approved depository through a qualified custodian.
1 oz American Gold Buffalo
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What's the difference between the Gold Buffalo and Gold Eagle?Purity. The Buffalo is .9999 fine (24-karat pure gold). The Eagle is .9167 fine (22-karat) alloyed with silver and copper. Both contain exactly 1 troy ounce of pure gold. The Buffalo is softer; the Eagle is more scratch-resistant.
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Is the Gold Buffalo IRA-eligible?Yes. The .9999 fine American Gold Buffalo meets IRS requirements for inclusion in self-directed Precious Metals IRAs.
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Why choose the Buffalo over the Eagle?If purity matters to you — .9999 vs .9167 — or if you prefer the classic Buffalo Nickel design. Some international markets also prefer .9999 fine coins for trading and verification.
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Is the Gold Buffalo recognized internationally?Yes. As a U.S. Mint product with .9999 purity, it's recognized and traded worldwide alongside other major pure gold coins like the Canadian Maple Leaf and Austrian Philharmonic.
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