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- Elegant design: bison in fine relief
- Sunshine Mint: minted in the USA
- Fineness 999/1,000: Brilliant Uncirculated
- Elegant designFur and muscles of the bison are finely detailed
- Sunshine MintThe renowned mint produces it in the USA
- Fineness 999/1,000Nearly pure metal, Brilliant Uncirculated with no wear
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American Buffalo
1/2 ounce of fine silver
American Buffalo in silver, bison side with the American bison
An American bison and the portrait of a Native American, after the designs James Earle Fraser created for the US five-cent piece of 1913. Struck as a round, without a face value.
Fraser’s choice
Two images for one country.
James Earle Fraser was born in 1876 in Winona, Minnesota, and grew up on the prairie near Mitchell, South Dakota. He studied in Paris and under Augustus Saint-Gaudens, then opened his own studio in New York.
In 1913 his five-cent piece went into circulation, the “Buffalo Nickel”. On one side he placed the portrait of a Native American, on the other an American bison. According to the Smithsonian, Fraser chose both as “indisputable representatives of the nation”.
According to the United States Mint, the nickel was thus one of the first to depart from the customary eagle or wreath. It was struck until 1938.
Several Native Americans sat for the portrait.
“My purpose was not to make a portrait but a type.”
This silver piece bears both images after Fraser’s design.
The bison
From a few dozen animals, herds grew again.
Before the mid-19th century, perhaps 30 to 60 million bison roamed North America, most of them on the Great Plains. By the 1890s there were fewer than 1,000.
Yellowstone is the only place in the US where bison have lived continuously since prehistoric times. In 1902 the herd there still numbered about two dozen animals. In the same year, 21 bison from two private herds were added. From both groups grew the two large herds that live in the national park today.
Since 9 May 2016, the bison has been the national mammal of the USA by law.
In silver
Fraser’s images in silver.
According to the United States Mint, Fraser’s buffalo designs are “not protected by copyright”. Private mints may therefore strike them.
On the bison side are “1/2 TROY OZ” and “.999 SILVER”, on the portrait side “LIBERTY”.
It was struck by Sunshine Mint.
PortraitThe portrait, beside it “LIBERTY”
BisonThe bison
InscriptionWeight and fineness
Details from the photos in our gallery.
The editions
Fraser’s bison in three metals.
Gold, silver and copper to the scale of their diameters. Your edition is marked.
Editions we can deliver are linked.
Gold32.7 mm
Silver32.6 mm
Copper39 mm
At a glance
- Type
- Round
- Metal
- Silver
- Design
- after James Earle Fraser
- Weight
- 1/2 ounce of fine silver
- Fineness
- 999/1,000
- Diameter
- 32.6 mm
- Mint
- Sunshine Mint
- Quality
- Brilliant uncirculated
When James Earle Fraser died in 1953, three of his important works remained unfinished.
The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo - A Piece of American History in Your Hands
The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo is a magnificent piece of new stock that is of great interest not only to investors but also to collectors. With a diameter of 32.60 mm and a fine weight of 15.55 g, this coin is a true heavyweight in your collection or investment portfolio.
A Product of Outstanding Quality
The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo is produced by the renowned Sunshine Mint in the USA. It is Brilliant Uncirculated and comes to you in a coin pouch to ensure it remains in perfect condition. The condition is Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), meaning the coin was packaged directly after the minting process and shows no signs of wear. The fineness is 999/1,000, meaning it consists almost entirely of pure silver.
A Piece of American Culture and History
The American Buffalo coin is part of the famous Buffalo series, which is one of the most well-known and popular coin series in the USA. One side features the image of an American bison, and the other side features the portrait of a Native American — a tribute to the rich culture and history of the USA.
An Excellent Investment Product and a Sought-After Collector's Coin
The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo is an excellent inflation hedge product. Silver has been a proven store of value for centuries and has established itself as a safe investment in times of uncertainty. With a holding period of at least one year, profits from the sale of silver are generally tax-free.
The coin is also a sought-after collector's coin. Its fine details and high minting quality make it an attractive addition to any coin collection. It is also an excellent entry point into the world of precious metal investments for those who are just beginning to build their portfolio.
A Safe Haven in Uncertain Times
Silver has a long history as a crisis protection asset. In times of economic uncertainty and inflation, silver retains its value and thus offers a safe investment option. In addition, silver has an intrinsic value due to its industrial applications and is traded worldwide as a commodity.
Why You Should Choose the 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo
- The coin is an excellent investment product and a sought-after collector's coin.
- The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo offers an inflation hedge and serves as crisis protection.
- The coin is Brilliant Uncirculated and is delivered in a coin pouch to preserve its quality.
- The coin is a piece of American history and culture and a symbol of wealth and prestige.
The 1/2 oz Silver American Buffalo is an excellent addition to your portfolio or collection. It combines the benefits of a safe investment with the appeal of a historic collector's coin. Secure your piece today and enjoy the security and beauty of this unique item.
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