American Buffalo Gold Bullion Coin | U.S. Mint (2024)

FAQs

Is the $50 gold buffalo coin real? ›

They are investment-grade coins whose weight, content, and purity are guaranteed by the United States government. Although the coin is also legal tender, its face value of $50 is largely symbolic as the value of the gold it contains has historically been far greater.

The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the $50 Gold Buffalo (Proof) series of Bullion in the U.S. Coins contains 21 distinct entries with CPG^® values between $3,080.00 and $6,000.00.

Gold Buffalo coins are offered in a 1 oz gold coin size. The American Gold Buffalo coin is considered by many gold bullion industry experts, one of the best gold coins available throughout the physical gold bullion market.

Each 2024 $50 Buffalo Tribute Proof comes complete with Certificate of Authenticity, verifying that each piece is 14 mg 24 KT gold clad, is Proof Struck, and is based on the famous design of James Earle Fraser's iconic Buffalo and Indian design of 1913 to 1938.

The 'ping' test, as this is commonly known, allows us to tell if a coin is made from real or fake gold by listening to the sound it makes when struck. Precious metals will make a long, high-pitched ringing sound when struck as opposed to base metals, whose respective sounds will be duller and much shorter.

Gold Buffalos are often more expensive than Gold Eagles due to their higher gold purity (99.99% vs. 22-karat), unique design, limited mintage, and strong collector appeal. These factors contribute to their higher market demand and prices.

Check for Authenticity Through Weight and Measurement

For instance, a 1-ounce American Eagle Gold Coin, with a designated face value of $50, should inherently weigh 1 troy ounce (31.1 grams). Beyond weight, a ruler or caliper can measure the coin's diameter—a reliable method to corroborate authenticity.

What are the best gold bar brands to buy as an investor? Investors should always look towards the most respected, internationally recognized manufacturers when buying gold bars. We recommend PAMP Suisse, The Perth Mint, Valcambi Suisse, The Royal Canadian Mint, and Credit Suisse gold bars.

Why does my gold buffalo coin say copy? ›

A copy coin is a coin that uses a design from a popular coin. These coins may or may not be made of precious metals, and the intention here is to replicate bullion or rare gold coins. They will typically indicate that they are copy coins, so that they do not deceive consumers.

Gold Buffalo Coins are limited edition proof coins and among the most coveted and sought after products produced by the U.S. Mint. Based on the highly popular Type I Buffalo nickel, these coins were reintroduced as the first 24-karat gold proof coin ever struck by the U.S. Mint.

Gold American Buffalo Design

Differences that can be noted between the original 1913 nickel and the American Buffalo, are that this coin reads "$50 1 OZ . 9999 FINE GOLD" rather than the nickel's "FIVE CENTS," and the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" can now be seen under the buffalo's head.

The current ask purchase price for a Gold American Buffalo is: $2,477.50. The best reference for today's Gold American Buffalo coin prices is right here on our price chart page. For a comparison of Gold American Buffalo Coins prices to other gold coins, however, refer to Monex' Live Prices page.

The 1924-S Buffalo Nickel is another highly sought after item. It is produced in small batches, and typically costs between $2,500 and $4,000. The 1919-D Buffalo Nickel has an estimated value of approximately $1,713, but its widespread use makes the high-quality nickel difficult to obtain.