2007-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2007-W $50 Gold Buffalo is a Proof coin that had a tiny mintage of just under 60,000 coins struck at the West Point Mint. This was a much smaller mintage than the previous year, and this was likely due to anticipation of the new designs released in 2006, which was the first year this coin was released. Then the popularity dropped off a bit in 2007. These Proof coins were sold directly to the public as opposed to authorized purchasers like the regular strike, uncirculated coins. It’s possible to find the 2007-W American Gold Buffalo in a perfect Proof 70 for a small premium. 

 

History of the 2007-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2007-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo is a valuable coin just in the fact that it has such a small mintage. It’s possible to find a perfectly struck coin and is worth the effort to find one with a sharp strike and attractive surfaces. James Earle Fraser designed the Gold Buffalo and it is one of the most beloved designs out of any U.S. coin. The obverse features a Native American Chief, as well as the ‘W’ mint mark. The reverse features a bison standing on a mound with the words United States of America across the top. This coin is the modified version of the Type 1 Indian Head Nickel. 

 

2007-W Buffalo Gold Coin Value

The 2007-W Buffalo Gold Coin value ranges from $2,000 to around $4,000 for the highest grades of this coin. It can be found in a perfect Proof 70 and is worth the effort to find in this grade when possible. The 2007-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo would make an excellent and valuable addition to any Gold Buffalo coin series collection. 

 

Type of coin: .9999 Fine Gold

Year: 2007-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

$50 Gold Buffalo Coin Mint Mark: West Point

Total mintage: 58,998

Metal content: 99.99% Gold

Face value: Fifty Dollars

Weight: 31.11 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: James Earle Fraser

Diameter: 32.70 millimeters