A buffalo is depicted in side profile standing on open ground. The animal is shown in raised relief with defined musculature, head, hump, and fur texture. Radiating lines extend outward behind the buffalo, forming a sunburst pattern across the field. The date “2006” appears at the bottom. The design is enclosed within a raised rim.
A large five-pointed star is centered within the field. The inscription “TEXAS ONE DOLLAR” appears along the perimeter. The inscription “.999 Fine Silver” appears within the design field. Small five-pointed stars appear surrounding the central motif. The design is enclosed within a raised rim.
Overview
The 2006 Texas Silver Dollar – Texas Buffalo was issued as part of the Texas Silver Dollar Collection, made by The Texas Mint & Mercantile, Whitney TX, continuing the annual program that highlighted Texas heritage through modern private-mint silver rounds. The 2006 design features a buffalo motif, reflecting frontier symbolism deeply associated with Texas history and the American West. The reverse continues the standardized Texas Dollar Lone Star design format used throughout the series.
Story of the Texas Buffalo
“2006 Texas Buffalo Silver Dollar, for thousands of years the shaggy buffalo ranged the Texas plains and forests. Millions of these great and noble beasts gave food, clothing, and tools to the inhabitants of our great state – they still do. Our 2006 Texas silver dollars remind us of the comeback of the buffalo and the beauty of one of Texas’ greatest treasures.” – Rick Pinner
