An American Gold Buffalo contains 1.0000 troy oz of pure gold, worth $3,996.90 at today's spot price.
Introduced in 2006, the Gold Buffalo was the US Mint's first 24-karat gold coin. It uses James Earle Fraser's Indian Head and bison design from the 1913 Buffalo nickel.
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 23, 7:10 PM EDT
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Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Specifications
| Years | 2006–present |
|---|---|
| Face value | $50 |
| Composition | 99.99% gold |
| Gross weight | 31.103 g |
| Fineness | .9999 (99.99%) |
| Pure metal | 1.0000 troy oz (31.103 g) |
| Diameter | 32.7 mm |
How the melt value is worked out
Melt value is the pure gold in the coin multiplied by the spot price. We use the coin's standard minted weight; worn coins weigh slightly less.
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31.103 g × .9999 fine ÷ 31.1035 g per troy oz = 0.9999 troy oz (the issuer states 1.0000 troy oz, which we use)
1.0000 troy oz × $3,996.90 spot = $3,996.90
How to identify it
- An American Indian faces right on the obverse; an American bison stands on a mound on the reverse.
- The US Mint gives the weight as one troy ounce of 99.99% gold.
Melt value vs. collector value
Bullion coins usually sell for a premium over melt value. Proof, low-mintage and graded coins can be worth considerably more than their metal.
Related tools
Source
- US Mint: 2025 American Buffalo one-ounce gold proof coin — checked 2026-10-22