The American Gold Buffalo series was launched in 2006 and was the first pure-gold bullion coin struck by the United States Mint in .9999 fine (24-karat) gold. The 2014 bullion issue continues this iconic heritage, featuring a timeless design and highly pure gold content. Coins from this series are recognized for their bullion quality, artistic design, and wide recognition among investors and collectors.
This specific example has been graded MS-70 by NGC, ensuring it meets the criteria for a perfect uncirculated coin — without any post-production marks visible under magnification — and has earned the Early Releases certification for being among the first submissions to NGC after its release.
🪙 Key Features
Gold Content & Purity: Contains 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine (24 K) gold, recognized worldwide for investment and collectibility.
Condition & Grade: MS-70 by NGC — mint state perfect, the highest grade possible for an uncirculated bullion coin.
Early Releases: Designation confirms the coin was received for grading by NGC within the first 30 days of release, enhancing provenance and appeal to collectors.
Design:
Obverse: Features a Native American profile adapted from James Earle Fraser’s classic 1913 Buffalo Nickel design.
Reverse: Shows the iconic American bison (buffalo), symbolizing strength and heritage.
Legal Tender: Has a $50 U.S. face value, though the bullion and collectible values far exceed this.
Dimensions: Approximately 32.7 mm in diameter and about 2.95 mm thick — standard for 1 oz bullion coins.
📈 Collector & Investment Appeal
Top-Tier Grade: An MS-70 certification is highly desirable because perfect-graded bullion coins are relatively scarce, enhancing their collectible and secondary market value.
Early Releases Designation: This attribute can make the coin more sought after than non-designation examples, as it indicates early submission after release.
Bullion Value: With 1 oz of pure gold, it also holds intrinsic value tied to the gold market, making it attractive to both investors and collectors alike.
