Lot 1023
2008-W Burnished Gold Buffalo 1/2 oz Red Book
NGC 70
Current bid
$1,680
1 bid · Reserve not met
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 70
- Certificate
- 8351386012
Description
# 2008-W Burnished Gold Buffalo 1/2 oz Gold Coin NGC MS70. An exceptional Burnished Gold Buffalo from the prestigious United States Mint, this 2008-W half-ounce gold specimen represents the pinnacle of modern American numismatic artistry. Certified by NGC at a perfect MS70 grade, this coin exemplifies pristine condition and collector desirability. The Burnished Gold Buffalo series, first introduced in 2006, pays homage to James Earle Fraser's iconic Native American/Buffalo nickel design. Struck at the West Point Mint with a specialized burnished finish, this coin features extraordinary surface quality and meticulous minting techniques. The 1/2 oz gold composition offers collectors an accessible entry point into this celebrated modern gold series. Grading Highlights: - NGC MS70 - Perfect, Mint State 70 designation. - Certificate Number: *8351386012*. - Extremely low population with only 450 coins graded at this level. - Prooflike surfaces demonstrating exceptional strike and preservation. With a current price guide value of $850 and a starting bid of $1,680, this coin represents a premium collectible for the sophisticated numismatist seeking a pristine example of modern American gold coinage. A true gem for both investment and collection.