Golden buffalo to roam again as new coin in U.S.

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The golden buffalo, the legendary symbol of the American West, will soon roam again -- this time as the nation's first pure gold coin.
The U.S. Mint will start taking orders in the coming week for the coins. Officials think they have found a winning combination that will appeal to nostalgia buffs and investors.
The coin will be larger and thicker than a Kennedy half dollar, will contain one ounce of gold and will be designated a $50 gold piece. The actual price will depend on market price of an ounce of gold, plus markups.
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