Introduced in 2006, the American Buffalo One Ounce Gold Coin is the first 24-karat gold coin ever struck by the United States Mint. Containing one ounce of .9999 fine 24-karat gold, these lustrous coins are among the world’s purest gold coins. The obverse features the left-profile image of a Native American chieftain. Engraver Fraser created this design by combining the facial features of three real-world tribal leaders, Big Tree, Iron Tail and Two Moons who posed as models for him to sketch. The motto “Liberty” is also shown on the top right, along with the year of mintage and the letter “F” for Fraser. The reverse depicts the majestic buffalo design carved after New York City’s Central Park Zoo bison, Black Dimond. There is no doubt that by acquiring this coin, you will own a piece of American history.