2012-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2012-W $50 Gold Buffalo coin had a total mintage of just under 20,000 coins struck at the West Point Mint. This Proof coin can be found in a perfect Proof 70 condition and is worth the effort to find well-struck and with attractive surfaces. The 2012-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo is typically of good quality, and most are found between the PR69 and PR69 Deep Cameo range. This American Gold Buffalo has a smaller mintage than some of the other Proof mintages in the series, yet it is still relatively easy to find on the market. 

 

History of the 2012-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo Coin

The 2012-W 1 Gold Buffalo coin offers a lot of value for what it is. It has a low mintage, overall great eye appeal and condition, and can be found in some affordable price ranges, even in the highest Proof 70 grade. This gorgeous Proof coin was designed by James Earle Fraser who depicted the profile of a Native American chief on the obverse of the coin, along with the ‘W’ mint mark, and the reverse shows a fully grown bison standing on a mound. His beloved designs were adapted from the Type 1 Indian Head Nickel.  

 

2012-W $50 Buffalo Gold Coin

The 2012-W $50 Gold Buffalo coin value reaches upwards of around $2,600 for the highest grades. The cost of gold continues to rise, so now is an ideal time to make an investment in this 24 karat gold bullion series. The 2012-W 1 oz Gold Buffalo would make a valuable addition to any Gold Buffalo coin series collection. 

 

Type of coin: .9999 Fine Gold

Year: 2012-W $50 Gold Buffalo Coin

$50 Gold Buffalo Coin Mint Mark: West Point

Total mintage: 19,765

Metal content: 99.99% Gold

Face value: Fifty Dollars

Weight: 31.11 grams

Edge: Reeded

Designer: James Earle Fraser

Diameter: 32.70 millimeters