#28 • 2008 Liberty Buffalo Nickel Five Dollar Gold Coin

Part of Gold and Silver Showcase (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $375.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $400-1,000 Origin: West Point, West Point New York Denomination: Five Dollars Year: 2008 Mint: West Point Grade/Condition: MS Metal: .9999 fine gold Weight (+/- 0.2g): 5.4 grams in plastic Additional Description: Issued in 2008, this five-dollar gold coin features the celebrated Buffalo nickel design, a classic American image originally introduced in the early 1900s. Struck in .9999 fine gold, the coin showcases the rugged profile of the buffalo and the Native American portrait with remarkable detail. Distinguished by its cameo background style, the coin presents frosted devices set against a deeply mirrored field, creating a striking visual contrast. This finish enhances the artistry and depth of the design, making it a prized example of modern craftsmanship rooted in historic American numismatic tradition.