Specifications
| Metal | Silver |
| Purity | .999 Fine |
| Weight | 0.5 Troy Ounce |
| Form Factor | Round |
Design & Liquidity
This 1/2 oz silver round proudly features the iconic Buffalo Nickel design, also known as the Indian Head Nickel design, originally conceived by the acclaimed sculptor James Earle Fraser in 1913. The obverse presents a majestic right-facing profile of a Native American chief, a composite portrait inspired by historical figures such as Iron Tail and Two Moons, with the inscription "LIBERTY" elegantly positioned to the upper right. The reverse vividly depicts a robust American Bison, commonly known as a buffalo, standing firmly on a plain and facing left. Above the powerful creature, the phrases "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" are inscribed, while clearly below the bison, the specifications "1/2 OUNCE .999 FINE SILVER" and "SILVER TOWNE" are displayed. This enduring and historically rich design is instantly recognizable and highly popular among collectors and investors, contributing to excellent secondary market liquidity for these rounds.
About the Mint
SilverTowne Mint, established in 1949 by Leon Hendrickson, has grown from humble beginnings as a small coin shop into one of North America's most respected and largest private manufacturers and dealers of precious metals. Located in Winchester, Indiana, SilverTowne is renowned for its commitment to high manufacturing standards and artistic craftsmanship. The mint is celebrated for a diverse range of products, with its 'Prospector' series and faithful reproductions of classic U.S. coin designs, such as the American Buffalo replica rounds, being particularly recognized and popular. SilverTowne Mint operates with a strong foundation of honesty and integrity, a principle instilled by its founders, Leon and Ruhama Hendrickson. The mint is known for its ability to produce custom coins and bullion products for various organizations, including schools and the US Military, showcasing its versatile and high-quality production capabilities. Furthermore, SilverTowne Mint proudly holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, underscoring its dedication to quality management systems and ensuring that all bullion bars and rounds are produced to superior quality standards with a minimum .999 fine silver purity. They also offer in-house assay services and maintain 100% guaranteed purity, with responsibly sourced materials and rigorous quality control measures, including storage in Class I vaults.