Lot 1044
2016-W Proof Gold Buffalo 1 oz FDI 1st Baltimore
NGC 70
Current bid
$3,040
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 70
- Certificate
- 4385589025
Description
# 2016-W Proof Gold Buffalo 1 oz | First Day Issue | Baltimore Provenance. An exceptional Proof Gold Buffalo that represents the pinnacle of modern American numismatic artistry, this NGC PF-70 First Day Issue specimen offers collectors a pristine example of the United States Mint's premier gold bullion coin series. Struck at the West Point Mint in 2016, this one-ounce .9999 fine gold coin features James Earle Fraser's iconic Native American obverse design and buffalo reverse, rendered with extraordinary cameo proof detail. The First Day Issue designation adds significant collector appeal, marking its special origin during the initial release in Baltimore. The perfect NGC 70 grade confirms the coin's exceptional strike, exceptional eye appeal, and immaculate preservation. Population data reveals the coin's remarkable rarity, with only 450 examples graded at this elite certification level. The prooflike surfaces exhibit extraordinary mirrored fields and razor-sharp design elements, making this an extraordinary addition to any advanced gold coin collection or high-end modern numismatic portfolio. Provenance Highlights: - NGC Certification: #4385589025. - Weight: 1 troy ounce. - Composition: 24-karat gold. - Mint Location: West Point. - First Day Issue: Baltimore Mint Release. *Estimate*: $3,040 | *Exceptional Condition*: NGC PF-70
