So next time you look at one of your gold American Eagles or gold American Buffaloes you will understand more about the history of the coin in general and the US Mint that produced in particular after reading this article. In addition to being the only US Mint that currently produces gold bullion coins, the West Point Mint was also at one time the largest United States silver depository, and West Point, believe it or not, coined US currency before it even had the designation of being a proper US Mint. The West Point Mint is very unique in its own right. If you own gold American Eagles, or if you buy gold American Buffaloes both of those gold coins have one thing in common both of these gold coins were produced at the West Point Mint.
