2026 $5 5oz GEM Proof Buffalo Coin – Ultra-Rare 250th Anniversary Edition (Global Privy)
Total Population: 23 Worldwide • One-Year-Only Release
Year: 2026
Issuer: Ascension Island (British Overseas Territory)
Metal: 5 oz .999 Pure Silver
Designation: One-Year Commemorative Issue
Finish: GEM Proof
Mintage: 200 Worldwide
Population: 23 GEM Proof (Uncertified)
Label: Hand-Struck on U.S. Soil • Global Privy • Individually Numbered
A monumental celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this 2026-dated 5 oz GEM Proof Buffalo Coin from Ascension Island stands apart as one of the rarest variants in the entire Buffalo series. With a total mintage of just 200 coins, only 23 examples have been designated as GEM Proof specimens—an extraordinarily small subset representing the purest, untouched surfaces as originally struck. Enhanced by the exclusive Global Privy and issued for one year only, it embodies the highest form of modern numismatic exclusivity.
A Pinnacle of Rarity: The Nearly Impossible GEM Proof Population
James Earle Fraser’s 1913 Buffalo nickel—an enduring symbol of American frontier heritage—has inspired countless modern tributes, but none approach the scarcity of this monumental 5 oz 250th Anniversary edition. While the U.S. Mint’s own Buffalo releases reached into the hundreds of thousands, this sovereign Ascension Island strike limits GEM Proof survival to a microscopic population of 23.
These few coins represent the finest ungraded specimens, preserved precisely as they left the dies. Free from certification labels and untouched by encapsulation, these GEM Proofs offer collectors the rare opportunity to secure a massive-format Buffalo in its natural, pristine state—a privilege often regarded as the purist’s choice.
Hand-Struck Excellence: A Showcase of American Craftsmanship
Each coin begins with a flawless five-ounce .999 pure silver blank and is hand-struck at a premier American minting facility. The result is a breathtaking GEM Proof finish showcasing:
- Deep, liquid-mirrored fields
- Frosted, sculpted devices
- Immaculate design detail across a massive canvas
- A tactile presence unmatched by standard bullion
The addition of the Global Privy Mark—exclusive to Global Coin—further elevates its pedigree, cementing it as one of the definitive premium releases of the semiquincentennial year.
True Absolute Scarcity: Only 13 GEM Proofs in the World
With only 23 coins documented in GEM Proof condition, this is one of the smallest populations ever recorded for a modern 5 oz commemorative. Once in private hands, the likelihood of future availability becomes vanishingly small.
Each coin is individually numbered, ensuring a traceable lineage for future provenance and long-term collection pedigree.
Whether displayed raw in its original packaging or later submitted for grading, the GEM Proof edition stands as a dramatically rare opportunity to own this historic silver monument.
Iconic American Design
Obverse:
Fraser’s powerful Native American portrait—modeled from three tribal leaders—appears in stunning clarity, accompanied by “LIBERTY,” the commemorative 2026 date, and the exclusive Global Privy.
Reverse:
A commanding American Bison stands against the open plains, with “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “$5,” and “ASCENSION ISLAND” confirming its sovereign legal-tender status. In GEM Proof quality, every fine line, muscle contour, and die polish reflects with dramatic intensity.
