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2008 (P) Proof Bald Eagle Dollar

Strike Type
2008 (P) Modern Commemoratives coin

Coin Details

Year
2008
Denomination
Modern Commemoratives
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date)
Designer
Joel Iskowitz, Don Everhart/Jim Licaretz
Mintage
294,601
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
26.73g
Diameter
38.1mm
Edge
Reeded

Auction Record

Price realized
$403
Sold
Grade
PR70
Auction house
David Lawrence RC

Description

The 2008 (P) Proof Bald Eagle Dollar is a proof dollar struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Modern Commemorative Dollars (1982-Date) series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 294,601 proof Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem dollars dated 2008. The obverse shows a bald eagle in flight and the reverse the Great Seal as used from 1782 to 1841. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #394418.

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