2006-W 1 oz Proof Gold Buffalo (w/Box & COA), Firse Year of released-Box Taped

2006-W 1 oz Proof Gold Buffalo (w/Box & COA), Firse Year of released-Box Taped

2006-W American Buffalo One-Ounce Gold Proof Coin – First Year of Issue – U.S. Mint Box & COA Included

Capture a piece of American numismatic history with this 2006-W American Buffalo One-Ounce Gold Proof Coin, the first-ever 24-karat (.9999 fine) gold coin issued by the United States Mint. This collector’s gem is presented in its original U.S. Mint packaging, complete with black presentation box, outer sleeve with gold foil buffalo image, coin capsule, and official Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Struck at the West Point Mint, this proof coin showcases a stunning mirror-like finish, highlighting the fine details of James Earle Fraser’s iconic Buffalo Nickel design.

Key Features:
Year: 2006 (First Year of Issue)

Mint: West Point (W mint mark)

Face Value: $50 USD (legal tender)

Composition: 1 troy ounce of .9999 fine (24-karat) gold

Strike Type: Proof

Mintage: Limited to 246,267 coins

Packaging: Original U.S. Mint clamshell box, black display case, COA, and outer sleeve

Condition: Excellent – coin remains sealed in its original mint capsule

Certification: U.S. Mint (in original government packaging)

Catalog Number: BA6 (U.S. Mint)

Design Details:
Obverse: A right-facing portrait of a Native American, created by James Earle Fraser, featuring the inscriptions “LIBERTY,” “2006,” and his initial “F.” The “W” mint mark appears behind the neck, signifying West Point Mint origin.

Reverse: A majestic American bison stands atop a grassy mound, with inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” “$50,” “1 OZ.,” and “.9999 FINE GOLD.”

Fraser's design, originally used on the Buffalo Nickel (1913–1938), remains one of the most celebrated in U.S. coinage history.

Why Buy This Coin?
This first-year-of-issue 2006-W Proof Gold Buffalo is not just a beautiful investment in 24-karat gold — it’s a milestone in American numismatics. Its high gold purity, artistic design, and limited mintage make it a sought-after treasure for both collectors and investors.

Whether you're building a collection, diversifying an investment portfolio, or looking for a standout gift, this coin offers historical significance, intrinsic value, and timeless design, all backed by the U.S. Mint’s guarantee of quality.

Coin Specifics:

Coin: American Buffalo

Composition: Gold (.9999 fine)

Shape: Round

Year: 2006

Fineness: 0.9999

Strike Type: Proof

Precious Metal Content per Unit: 1 oz

Total Precious Metal Content: 1 oz

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Brand/Mint: U.S. Mint

Certification: U.S. Mint (OGP)