The American Gold Buffalo is the only 24-karat gold coin produced annually by the United States. First released in 2006, it was the debut .9999 fine gold coin from the US Mint and marked a new chapter in American bullion. Like other hallmark programs from the US Mint, the Gold Buffalo revives a cherished coin design from America’s past. However, unlike most of its counterparts, it does not depict Lady Liberty or a bald eagle. Today, 2025 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coins in perfect condition are available from JM Bullion.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with an individual plastic slab!
• 20th year of issue for American Gold Buffalo Coins!
• Limited number of certified perfect specimens available!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• The face value of $50 (USD) is fully backed by the U.S. government.
• Graded Mint State 70 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• First Strike.
• On the reverse is a portrait of a Native American figure.
• The reverse displays a powerful American bison.

James Earle Fraser was the designer of the Buffalo Nickel, the inspiration for the American Gold Buffalo. Beyond the Buffalo nickel, Fraser’s contributions to American numismatics included designing the Victory medal for World War I veterans and the Navy Cross medal. His artistic approach to coin design emphasized authentic American imagery and indigenous themes, drawing from his childhood experiences on the frontier. Fraser’s work is celebrated for capturing the spirit of the American West while elevating coin design to fine art.

All 2025 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coins available here are in perfect condition. As Mint State 70 coins, each one has full, original mint luster with no visual flaws. The First Strike label signifies that the coins were submitted for grading within 30 days following their release by the mint.

On the obverse of the 2025 American Gold Buffalo, you’ll find a right-facing portrait of a Native American man. Fraser created this portrait by merging the facial characteristics of three different Indigenous tribal leaders he had met in the early 20th century, making it one of the earliest instances of Indigenous representation on American coinage.

The reverse of 2025 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coins shows a left-profile image of an American bison standing atop a small mound. This animal was modeled after Black Diamond, a well-known bison housed at the Central Park Zoo in New York City at the time. Fraser’s depiction captured both the strength and the majestic presence of the animal, aligning with the coin’s overall theme of American heritage and strength.

Please contact JM Bullion if you have any questions about gold coins for sale. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.