The United States Mint celebrates two anniversaries for its major bullion coins in 2026. While the American Eagle celebrates its 40th anniversary, the American Gold Buffalo celebrates its 20th anniversary. Introduced in 2006, the American Gold Buffalo is the only 24-karat gold coin issued annually by the United States Mint. Right now, 2026 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coins in certified condition are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 2026 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coin available here comes in perfect condition with a plastic slab. MS70 coins exhibit full, original mint luster and have no visible detractions. Early Release coins are those that were received for certification within 30 days of release from the mint.
The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo was introduced by the United States Mint in 2006 as America’s first 24-karat (.9999 fine) gold bullion coin, marking a significant departure from the 22-karat Gold Eagle series. Authorized by the Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005, the Gold Buffalo was created to compete directly with popular 24-karat gold coins from other nations, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf.
On the obverse of 2026 American Gold Buffalo Coins is a depiction of an indigenous figure. This right-profile relief captures an indigenous figure with braided hair and a feather woven in. The design was originally created in 1913 by James Earle Fraser for the Buffalo Nickel and is widely considered one of the earliest depictions of an indigenous figure on American currency.
The reverse of 2026 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coins features an American bison. Also designed by Fraser for the 1913 Buffalo Nickel, this image shows a mighty bison standing on a small patch of dirt. Inspiration for this image came from Black Diamond, a resident bison living at New York’s Central Park Zoo in the early 20th century.
If you have any questions about 1 oz gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
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The United States Mint celebrates two anniversaries for its major bullion coins in 2026. While the American Eagle celebrates its 40th anniversary, the American Gold Buffalo celebrates its 20th anniversary. Introduced in 2006, the American Gold Buffalo is the only 24-karat gold coin issued annually by the United States Mint. Right now, 2026 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coins in certified condition are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Each 2026 1 oz American Gold Buffalo Coin available here comes in perfect condition with a plastic slab. MS70 coins exhibit full, original mint luster and have no visible detractions. Early Release coins are those that were received for certification within 30 days of release from the mint.
The 1 oz American Gold Buffalo was introduced by the United States Mint in 2006 as America’s first 24-karat (.9999 fine) gold bullion coin, marking a significant departure from the 22-karat Gold Eagle series. Authorized by the Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005, the Gold Buffalo was created to compete directly with popular 24-karat gold coins from other nations, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf.
On the obverse of 2026 American Gold Buffalo Coins is a depiction of an indigenous figure. This right-profile relief captures an indigenous figure with braided hair and a feather woven in. The design was originally created in 1913 by James Earle Fraser for the Buffalo Nickel and is widely considered one of the earliest depictions of an indigenous figure on American currency.
The reverse of 2026 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coins features an American bison. Also designed by Fraser for the 1913 Buffalo Nickel, this image shows a mighty bison standing on a small patch of dirt. Inspiration for this image came from Black Diamond, a resident bison living at New York’s Central Park Zoo in the early 20th century.
If you have any questions about 1 oz gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.