coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ $5 Gold Buffalo \ 2008
The 2008 $5 Gold Buffalo coin is a collectible bullion coin that features a design inspired by the iconic Buffalo Nickel originally created by James Earle Fraser. The coin contains one-tenth ounce of .9999 fine gold, and its obverse showcases a Native American chief while the reverse displays a buffalo, representing American heritage. The coin is part of the American Buffalo series, which was the first 24-karat gold coin minted by the United States Mint, making it a significant piece for collectors and investors alike.
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2008-W $5 Gold Buffalo DCAM | $5 (Five Dollars) | $5 Gold Buffalo | 2008 | West Point |
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2008-W $5 Gold Buffalo Burnished | $5 (Five Dollars) | $5 Gold Buffalo | 2008 | West Point |