2009 1 oz $50 Gold Buffalo PCGS MS 70 First Strike

2009 1 oz $50 Gold Buffalo PCGS MS 70 First Strike

The 2009 1 oz $50 Gold Buffalo in PCGS MS 70 First Strike condition offers a perfect example of one of America’s most admired modern gold coins. Struck from .9999 fine (24-karat) gold and backed by the U.S. government, this piece combines investment-grade purity with an iconic design rooted in American heritage.

Introduced in 2006, the American Gold Buffalo was the first 24-karat gold coin issued by the United States Mint. Its release aimed to compete directly with popular world bullion coins like the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf by offering investors and collectors a U.S.-minted pure gold alternative. The design revives James Earle Fraser’s beloved Buffalo Nickel, first struck in 1913, honoring Native American heritage and the American West.

The First Strike designation by PCGS signifies that the coin was submitted for grading within the first 30 days of the U.S. Mint’s official release. This status adds collectible value, as these early-struck coins often display sharper details and cleaner surfaces than later issues.

Coin Features:

• Graded as MS 70 First Strike by PCGS
• Made from .9999 fine gold, with a weight of 1 troy ounce
• Struck by the US Mint.
• Face value is $50
• Coin comes packaged in a PCGS holder with a First Strike label
• Obverse: Features the profile portrait of a Native American designed by James Earle Fraser. Inscriptions:  “LIBERTY”, "2018" and Fraser’s initial “F”.
• Reverse: Features the stunning image of the iconic American Buffalo standing on the ground and facing left. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IN GOD WE TRUST” along with the weight, purity, and face value

A flawless example of one of America’s most celebrated bullion coins, the 2009 1 oz $50 Gold Buffalo PCGS MS 70 First Strike is a standout choice for those seeking pure gold content and collectible appeal. With its perfect grade, early release status, and timeless design, this coin offers lasting value for any serious collection or investment portfolio. Like all of our products, this gold coin is 100% authentic. Item will be wrapped and packaged safely.

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