2008 First Spouse Gold

About This Coin

The 2008 First Spouse Gold is a United States coin from the First Spouse Gold 2007 to Date series — the second year of the series. In 2008, coins were struck at the West Point Mint with a combined mintage of 45,654. This represents the second-highest annual mintage in the series, above the series median of 25,512. The obverse features a portrait of the presidential spouse (or a representation of Liberty for unmarried presidents) and the reverse displays a scene from the life of the featured spouse. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 99.99% gold, weighing 15.55 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Across its variants, estimated values range from $9.2K to $11K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $2.5K in PR70 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Various U.S. Mint designers.