Lot 15
2016-W Proof Gold Buffalo 1 oz FDI FS Flag
PCGS 70
Starting bid
$4,750
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Bid history
- Grade
- PCGS 70
- Certificate
- 598756
- Denomination
- $50
- Series
- Modern Bullion Coins
- Metal
- GOLD
Description
2016-W Proof Gold Buffalo 1 oz, FDI FS Flag Label, PCGS PR70. This exceptional 2016-W American Buffalo gold proof represents the finest quality achievable in modern U.S. Mint gold coinage. Struck at the West Point Mint facility, this one-ounce .9999 fine gold coin showcases the iconic buffalo reverse design that has captivated collectors since its introduction in 2006. The coin exhibits the pristine mirror fields and sharply struck design elements characteristic of proof coinage from this era. The PCGS PR70 designation indicates this coin has achieved a perfect numerical grade, representing flawless surfaces with no imperfections visible under standard magnification. The FDI (First Day Issue) FS Flag label further enhances the desirability of this lot, confirming it was graded and certified during the initial release period, a distinction prized by collectors seeking the earliest and finest examples of modern issues. As a modern proof gold bullion coin from the U.S. Mint, this piece combines numismatic appeal with intrinsic precious metal value. The combination of perfect grading, West Point provenance, and the first day issue designation makes this an attractive offering for both serious collectors and investors seeking premium examples of contemporary American gold coinage. PCGS Certificate #598756




