The story behind 2001-D $1 Silver Buffalo Commem – NGC MS69 (Black Core)
The 2001 American Buffalo silver commemorative draws on James Earle Fraser’s 1913 Buffalo nickel design and supported the National Museum of the American Indian. It predates the gold American Buffalo program introduced in 2006. The familiar design does not make these two products interchangeable.
What distinguishes this offering
This offering is identified as NGC MS69. Its certified condition is part of the purchase, alongside the named issue. Keep the holder and certification record together when documenting the coin.
Product details
- Metal: Silver
- Catalog metal content: 0.7734 troy oz
- Purity: .9 fine
- Listed brand / mint: United States Mint
- Grade: MS69
Frequently asked questions
How does NGC MS69 affect the comparison?
Compare examples of the same issue with the same service and grade. A MS69 label describes condition under the grading service’s standards; it does not establish a guaranteed resale price. Any additional label designation should also match.
What should I record after buying this item?
Keep the invoice with the product name, quantity and any visible certification or serial number. These details help distinguish this offer from other dates, grades or packaging variants.
Does the asking price guarantee a later resale value?
No. A future offer can reflect the metal market, product demand, condition and selling costs. Compare current buy and sell quotations for the same product when evaluating the spread.
Historical or series background: U.S. Mint archive. This reference describes the background; the supplied condition and packaging are specific to this listing.
Explore related Silver Coins at Agate Metals.




Reviews
There are no reviews yet.