2008-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2008-W $50 Gold Buffalo coin had a total mintage of just under 19,000 coins struck. This was a tiny mintage from the West Point Mint and, even so, this special Deep Cameo Proof coin can be found in a perfect Proof 70 for a premium. The U.S. Mint released four different denominations of the Gold Buffalo in 2008, which is the only year that it had done so, with $5, $10, $25, and $50 Gold Buffalo released. 

 

History of the 2008-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2008-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo coin features the ‘W’ mint mark on the obverse of the coin. This is a unique coin that would add value to a collection due to its low mintage. James Earle Fraser designed the beloved Buffalo Gold coin, and is a modified version of the Type 1 Indian Head Nickel. This 24 karat gold bullion coin features a profile of a Native American chief on the obverse of the coin, and a full depiction of a bison on a mound on the reverse. A bison was often mistaken and referred to as a buffalo, hence the name of the coin. 

 

2008-W $50 Buffalo Gold Coin Value

The 2008-W American Gold Buffalo coin value reaches upwards of almost $9,000 for a perfect Proof 70. This special Gold Buffalo coin can be found in a range of prices depending on the quality and grading of the coin. It is worth the effort to seek out a beautiful specimen that adds value to any Gold Buffalo coin collection. 

 

Type of coin: .9999 Fine Gold

Year: 2008-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

$50 Gold Buffalo Coin Mint Mark: West Point

Total mintage: 18,863

Metal content: 99.99% Gold

Face value: Fifty Dollars

Weight: 31.11 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: James Earle Fraser

Diameter: 32.70 millimeters