Tuesday, June 20, 2006
Mint Strikes First Pure Gold U.S. Coins
American Buffalo Gold Coin Goes on Sale This Week
WEST POINT, NY - The United States Mint officials struck some of the first American Buffalo Gold Coins, marking the first time ever the United States Government has minted pure (.9999) 24-karat gold coins for investors and collectors. The coins, in bullion and proof versions, go on sale Thursday, June 22, 2006.
"This American Buffalo Gold Coin will appeal to both investors who choose to hold gold and to others who simply love gold," said the Deputy Director. "These classic and beautiful American Indian and buffalo designs by James Earle Fraser, which have been American favorites since they were first used in 1913, recall a golden age of coin artistry."
WEST POINT, NY - The United States Mint officials struck some of the first American Buffalo Gold Coins, marking the first time ever the United States Government has minted pure (.9999) 24-karat gold coins for investors and collectors. The coins, in bullion and proof versions, go on sale Thursday, June 22, 2006.
"This American Buffalo Gold Coin will appeal to both investors who choose to hold gold and to others who simply love gold," said the Deputy Director. "These classic and beautiful American Indian and buffalo designs by James Earle Fraser, which have been American favorites since they were first used in 1913, recall a golden age of coin artistry."
Labels: Buffalo-Gold, Gold
