The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo bullion coin has been produced by the United States Mint since 2006 and its claim to fame is that it is the purest gold coin ever produced by the United States Mint. Also, it’s a very nice-looking coin in its own right!

The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo is minted from 99.99% pure 24-karat gold, which sets it apart from the American Gold Eagle coin series that are made from 22 karat “crown gold” — an alloy that consists of 91.67% gold, 3% silver, and 5.33% copper.

The coin’s obverse depicts a Native American chief, while the reverse depicts an American buffalo. The coin’s design pays homage to James Earle Fraser's Indian Head nickel (1913 to 1938) design.

The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo coin is legal tender in the United States and has a face value of US$50. American Gold Buffalo coins are eligible for holding in IRA retirement accounts according to IRS code.

Individual 1 oz American Gold Buffalo bullion coins purchased from BullionStar come in clear vinyl protective sleeves, while orders for multiples of 20 coins are delivered in high-quality U.S. Mint tubes.