Product Description: Asahi 1 oz Silver Buffalo Round
The Buffalo Nickel will always be considered a Timeless Symbol in Silver History
The Buffalo Nickel, an iconic and beloved historic coin design from the United States Mint, has left an indelible mark in numismatic history. It made its debut in 1913 during President William Howard Taft’s administration and was the brainchild of the talented artist James Earle Fraser. This coin’s distinctive design graced the nickel until the introduction of the current Thomas Jefferson image. The Buffalo Nickel’s enduring appeal has led to its replication on modern bullion pieces, including the exquisite new silver rounds by Asahi Refining. You can now acquire Asahi 1 oz Silver Buffalo Rounds from FMR Gold.
Key Features:
- Arrives individually encapsulated in plastic flips, in tubes of 20, or in boxes of 100-500.
- A striking new silver round crafted by the Asahi Mint, paying homage to the Buffalo Nickel’s design.
- Elegant frosted designs set against clear fields, creating a captivating visual contrast.
- Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
- The obverse showcases the stoic figure of an indigenous person.
- The reverse features the majestic American bison.
- These rounds are presented in proof quality.
Each Asahi 1 oz Buffalo Silver Round featured in this offering boasts proof-quality visuals and arrives in pristine condition, fresh from the mint. Proof rounds feature frosted design elements set against mirrored backgrounds, creating a captivating interplay between the two facets of the round’s design. You can choose to have your rounds individually encapsulated in plastic flips, stored in tubes containing 20 rounds each, or secured in boxes of 100 rounds, with each box accommodating five tubes.
The Buffalo Nickel, a coin with deep historical roots, was first minted in 1913 by the United States Mint. The artist James Earle Fraser, hailing from Winona, Minnesota, drew inspiration from his upbringing in the Upper Midwest and Central Plains to craft a design that paid homage to the indigenous tribes of North America.
On the obverse side of the 1 oz Asahi Buffalo Silver Rounds, you’ll encounter the dignified visage of an indigenous figure. This tribal figure exudes strength and resilience, with braided hair adorned by intricately woven feathers. The word “Liberty” is inscribed, echoing the original Buffalo Nickel design, and the round proudly bears the Asahi Mint’s mint mark.
Turning to the reverse field of Asahi Buffalo Silver Rounds, you’ll encounter the iconic American bison, a symbol of paramount importance to the tribes inhabiting the American Plains. This portrayal captures the bison in left-profile relief, perched on a mound of earth, with its massive hump and shaggy mane meticulously detailed. Fraser took inspiration from Black Diamond, a bison resident at the Central Park Zoo in the 20th century, when creating this enduring design.
Buffalo Silver Rounds are struck at many different mints across the United States and Other countries. Please contact a representative at 1-800-895-8603 for an explanation of the different types of rounds available!