2008 Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Five Dollar Gold
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About This Coin
The 2008 Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a United States Gold Eagle from the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series — 17th of 32 years in the series. In 2008, coins were struck at the West Point Mint with a combined mintage of 74,278. This ranks 27th of 40 years by total mintage, above the series median of 50,734. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $1.6K in PR70DCAM grade at eBay. Designed by Susan Gamble and Joseph Menna/Donna Weaver and Charles Vickers.
