2008 (W) Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Five Dollar Gold

Coin Details

Auction Record

$1,260 NG0 06-12-2011 Great Collections

Description

The 2008 (W) Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Five Dollar Gold is a Gold Eagle produced at the West Point Mint as part of the Modern Commemorative Five Dollar Gold (1984-Date) series. With a mintage of 15,009, this is a scarce issue. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue, while the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Designed by Susan Gamble and Joseph Menna/Donna Weaver and Charles Vickers. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 8.36 grams, 21.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #394419. Modern commemorative five-dollar gold coins are struck in 90% gold (8.359 grams) and represent the premium tier of each year's commemorative program. Gold commemoratives typically have the lowest mintages in each program. Many issues have appreciated significantly since their original sale.