1908 Indian Head Eagle
Base
About This Coin
The 1908 Indian Head Eagle is a United States Gold Eagle from the Indian Head Eagles 1907-1933 series — the second year of the series. The Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco Mints struck 1,481,336 eagles dated 1908, including 116 proofs. The obverse features Liberty wearing a feathered Indian war bonnet, facing left, and the reverse displays a standing eagle with the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, joined by IN GOD WE TRUST from mid-1908. Both "No Motto" and "With Motto" varieties exist after Congress mandated restoration of IN GOD WE TRUST mid-year. Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco struck coins. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 16.72 grams, 27 mm in diameter, with a raised stars edge. Designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(7)
1908 (D) Indian Head Eagle - Motto
1908 (D) Indian Head Eagle - No Motto
1908 (S) Indian Head Eagle
1908 Indian Head Eagle - Motto
1908 Indian Head Eagle - No Motto
1908 Proof Indian Head Eagle - Matte
1908 Proof Indian Head Eagle - Satin
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