Question 1

What is the difference between a Gold Buffalo and a Gold Eagle?

Accepted Answer

The Gold Buffalo is 24k (.9999 fine gold) and weighs exactly 31.1035g — all gold. The Gold Eagle is 22k (91.67% gold) and weighs 33.93g total due to silver/copper alloy. Both contain 1 troy oz of pure gold.

Question 2

Is the Gold Buffalo better than the Gold Eagle for investment?

Accepted Answer

For purity, the Buffalo is 24k vs Eagle's 22k. For durability, the Eagle is harder. Both trade at similar premiums over spot. The Buffalo may appeal to investors wanting certified 24k purity.

Question 3

What does the Gold Buffalo design show?

Accepted Answer

The obverse shows a Native American profile (based on several chiefs); the reverse shows an American bison (based on Black Diamond at the Central Park Zoo). The design adapts Fraser's 1913 Buffalo Nickel.

Question 4

Does the Gold Buffalo come in fractional sizes?

Accepted Answer

Unlike Gold Eagles, the Gold Buffalo is only produced in the 1 oz denomination for bullion coins (proof versions have been made in fractional sizes in select years).

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