Over time, modern United States Mint bullion gold coins have tracked gold bullion prices. This relative stability makes gold coins an excellent choice for personal possession and safe storage. The 1 oz Gold Buffalo, an investor favorite, has demonstrated this stability. As gold bullion and gold coins generally move in sync, they offer the same primary investment benefits.
*Updated January 2026 to include 2025 year-end Gold Buffalo Coin valuation data.
Investment asset classes have ups and downs, and not necessarily at the same time. As such, wealth held as a group of different classes as a whole should have fewer ups and downs than its individual components. Because gold’s value is understood to have a historical inverse correlation to stocks, it presents the world’s most well-known alternative asset to diversify a portfolio of paper investments; hence, such use has the objective of preserving wealth against economic uncertainty.
Today, Monex sells Gold Buffalo Coins at the bid price of $4,178.90. However, Gold Buffalos have been worth more in value since their introduction in 2006. Despite some dramatic fluctuations, Buffalo Gold Coins have, on average, appreciated around 18% on a year-over-year basis. The greatest appreciation rate for a full calendar year was 63% in 2025; the most significant loss was 28% in 2013. Below are the closing sell values of Buffalo Gold Coins each year since 2006, along with the annual appreciation gain/loss.
| YEAR | YEAR-END VALUE | GAIN/LOSS | APPRECIATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | $640.40 | - | - |
| 2007 | $838.90 | $198.50 | 31% |
| 2008 | $904.10 | $65.20 | 8% |
| 2009 | $1,120.50 | $216.40 | 24% |
| 2010 | $1,443.50 | $323.00 | 29% |
| 2011 | $1,585.40 | $141.90 | 10% |
| 2012 | $1,699.50 | $114.10 | 7% |
| 2013 | $1,228.10 | -$471.40 | -28% |
| 2014 | $1,204.70 | -$23.40 | -2% |
| 2015 | $1,084.40 | -$120.30 | -10% |
| 2016 | $1,175.20 | $90.80 | 8% |
| 2017 | $1,320.70 | $145.50 | 12% |
| 2018 | $1,290.50 | -$30.20 | -2% |
| 2019 | $1,524.50 | $234.00 | 18% |
| 2020 | $1,918.10 | $393.60 | 26% |
| 2021 | $1,846.80 | -$71.30 | -4% |
| 2022 | $1,901.90 | $55.10 | 3% |
| 2023 | $2,119.20 | $217.30 | 11% |
| 2024 | $2,643.40 | $524.20 | 20% |
| 2025 | $4,317.40 | $1,674.00 | 63% |
As mentioned, since their introduction in 2006, U.S. Gold Buffalo Coins have generally performed well, seeing an annual appreciation of an average of 18%. However, with gold market ups and downs, there have been opportunities to gain greater exposure when values are weak and lighten that exposure otherwise. Of course, to dive into this more active and tactical portfolio strategy, you will want to explore the best buy and sell prices and get access to advanced technical charting views. Monex prides itself on being the best dealer in America for services and executing buy/sell orders regarding trading physical gold bullion bars and coins. Below, see the seven stages of notable years for Gold Buffalo Coin value price movement.
| From - Ending | Year-End Value | How Much More or Less | Appreciation Gain/Loss Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Year | 2006 | $640.40 | - | - |
| Up | 2006 thru 2012 | $1,699.50 | $1,059.10 | 165% |
| Down | 2012 thru 2015 | $1,084.40 | -$615.10 | -36% |
| Up | 2015 thru 2017 | $1,320.70 | $236.30 | 22% |
| Down | 2017 thru 2018 | $1,290.50 | -$30.20 | -2% |
| Up | 2018 thru 2020 | $1,918.10 | $627.60 | 49% |
| Down | 2020 thru 2021 | $1,846.80 | -$71.30 | -4% |
| Up | 2021 thru 2025 | $4,317.40 | $2,470.60 | 134% |
Although it is impossible to predict the future value of Gold Buffalo Coins, it is safe to say that they will remain a highly valued coin in the minds of investors for decades to come. In the four previous up markets for Gold Buffalo Coins, values have appreciated significantly, with appreciation rates of 22%, 30%, 49%, 134% and 165%. Only time will tell if today’s phase of market valuations will continue, and if so, by how much as it relates to historical evidence.
To learn more about the benefits and potential drawbacks of investing in gold coins like U.S. Gold Buffalos, we encourage you to reach out to your personal Monex account representative. Get the answers you need promptly and discuss your investment options in a convenient telephone conversation.
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