Sales of the new 2013-W $50 American Gold Buffalo Proof Coin started surprisingly quick considering several factors, like:
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its release before an extended holiday weekend that can distract collectors
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it competes for money with another version of the Gold Buffalo that is scheduled to launch later this year, and
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its premium was higher than typical after missing a pricing cut.
Between its release on Thursday, May 23 through to Monday, May 27, collectors ordered 4,863. That is a stronger debut than last year’s coin, though lower than starts for prior year issues.
2009 – 2013 Proof Gold Buffalo Sales Debuts
| Debut Price | Issue Date | Date of First Reported Sales | Sales of First Reported Date | Final Sales / Mintages | |
| 2013 American Gold Buffalo | $1,790 | May 23, 2013 | May 27, 2013 | 4,863 | – |
| 2012 American Gold Buffalo | $1,960 | March 15, 2012 | March 19, 2012 | 4,110 | 19,765 |
| 2011 American Gold Buffalo | $1,760 | May 19, 2011 | May 22, 2011 | 5,782 | 28,693 |
| 2010 American Gold Buffalo | $1,510 | June 3, 2010 | June 10, 2010 | 15,071 | 49,263 |
| 2009 American Gold Buffalo | $1,360 | Oct. 29, 2009 | Nov. 1, 2009 | 19,468 | 49,306 |
Price Reduced to $1,740
Minutes ago and as a result of falling gold prices, the United States Mint reduced pricing on its latest collectible and other numismatic gold coins. The 2013-W Proof Gold Buffalo is now available for $1,740, which is $50 less than the opening price.
To place an order, visit the U.S. Mint website at www.usmint.gov/catalog or call 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). There are no order or household limits in place.
