- Powerful bison: finely struck fur
- Fine copper: 999/1,000 fineness
- Well protected: in the coin pouch
- Powerful bisonMuscles and fur texture of the bison are struck in rich detail
- Fine copperHigh purity ensures a warm sheen and crisp details
- Well protectedThe coin pouch preserves bank-standard condition
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American Buffalo
Copper round
American Buffalo in copper, 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 copper 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 copper
Fraser’s images in copper.
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 “.999 FINE COPPER” and “ONE AVDP OUNCE”, on the portrait side “LIBERTY”.
“ONE AVDP OUNCE” means an avoirdupois ounce, not a troy ounce.
PortraitThe portrait, beside it “LIBERTY”
BisonThe bison
Fineness“.999 FINE COPPER”
Weight“ONE AVDP OUNCE”
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
Silver39 mm
Copper39 mm
At a glance
- Type
- Round
- Metal
- Copper
- Design
- after James Earle Fraser
- Weight
- “ONE AVDP OUNCE”
- Fineness
- 999/1,000
- Diameter
- 39 mm
- Quality
- Bank quality
When James Earle Fraser died in 1953, three of his important works remained unfinished.
The 1 Ounce Copper Buffalo Coin: A Piece of American History in Your Hands
- Investment objective: The Copper Buffalo medallion serves as an investment medallion offering inflation protection and value preservation. It is also available as crisis protection in a small denomination.
- Design: The obverse of the coin features a majestic American bison, also known as a buffalo. This powerful animal symbolically represents the untouched nature of the USA. The design side depicts the profile of a Native American, representing America's rich cultural history.
- Material / Fineness: The coin is made of 999/1,000 fine copper and has a fine weight of 28.75 grams. The high fineness of the copper gives it a warm shine and excellent detail in the minting.
- Manufacturer: The coin is produced by various renowned mints in the USA. It stands for quality and precision in coin production.
- Country of origin: USA – The home of the Copper Buffalo coin. Here it was minted, and from here its journey begins into the hands of collectors and investors worldwide.
The 1 ounce Copper Buffalo coin is a unique coin that impresses not only with its striking design but also with its quality and value. It is a highlight in any collection and a safe haven for your wealth.
Why copper coins?
Copper coins offer an impressive variety of designs and are therefore very popular among collectors. They are also an excellent way for beginners to familiarize themselves with the feel and appearance of coins and bars. The Buffalo copper coin is a particularly attractive specimen in this regard, as it holds a piece of American history in your hands.
A coin for collectors and investors
Most buyers of copper coins are classic collectors who enjoy building their own collection. However, the Copper Buffalo coin is also interesting as an investment product. With its fine weight of 28.75 grams and its high fineness of 999/1,000, it offers solid value. It is also packaged in a practical coin pouch, which ensures optimal protection for the coin and preserves it in bank-standard condition.
The Copper Buffalo Coin - A Piece of America in Your Hands
From the mint to your home – the Copper Buffalo coin is more than just a coin. It is a piece of American history, a testament to craftsmanship and attention to detail, and a safe haven for your wealth. Invest in the future with the Copper Buffalo coin.
Don't hesitate and add a piece of American history to your collection. The 1 ounce Copper Buffalo coin is a true highlight for any collector and a safe haven for any investor.
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