One Troy Ounce Fine Titanium .999 Buffalo Ingot Bar
Bar/Ingot · Not Applicable (Titanium metal)
Purity: Not Applicable (Titanium .999 purity)
Type
Bar/Ingot
Purity
Not Applicable (Titanium .999 purity)
Gold Type
Not Applicable (Titanium metal)
Weight
1 troy ounce (approximately 31.1 grams)
Description
An introductory note of clarification: while submitted for gold analysis, this item is actually a one troy ounce bullion bar struck from .999 fine titanium rather than precious gold. It features a striking centrally raised relief of an American bison, reminiscent of the famous Buffalo Nickel design, flanked by brushed flat fields and crisp stamped lettering.
Key Features
Distinctive American Buffalo design motif, .999 fine titanium composition, and classic rectangular bar shape with a two-tone brushed and polished finish.
Color & Finish
Silvery-gray metallic color with a brushed satin finish on the flat surfaces and polished raised relief details.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped with 'FINE TITANIUM .999' at the top and 'ONE TROY OUNCE' at the bottom.
Dimensions Estimate
Standard bullion bar dimensions, approximately 50mm x 29mm with rounded corners.
Gemstones & Inlays
None, featuring a stamped American Buffalo motif instead.
Clasp & Closure
Not Applicable
Chain & Links
Not Applicable
Craftsmanship Details
Struck using standard commercial private minting techniques with clean recessed lettering and a well-defined raised buffalo motif.
Authentication Indicators
Clearly stamped with material composition (.999) and weight. Titanium is extremely lightweight compared to gold or silver of the same volume and is completely non-magnetic.
Origin & Maker
Private mint, United States
Era & Period
Contemporary (Modern private mint production)
Age Estimate
Likely modern production (2010s to present)
Cultural Significance
Titanium bullion appeals to alternative metal stackers and collectors who appreciate space-age industrial metals alongside traditional precious bullion.
Condition Notes
Mint condition with minor handling marks consistent with standard bullion production and storage.
Value Estimate
Valued as a novelty industrial metal collectible rather than precious metal melt value, typically selling for a modest collectible premium over the cost of raw titanium.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a dry environment or protective capsule. Titanium is highly resistant to tarnish and corrosion, requiring minimal maintenance.
Similar Items
One-ounce copper, silver, or gold bullion bars featuring the iconic American Buffalo design.
Interesting Facts
Titanium is celebrated for its incredible strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. While primarily used in aerospace, medical implants, and high-performance engineering, it is occasionally minted into novelty bullion bars for metal enthusiasts.