© United States Mint
© United States Mint
1 Dollar Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem
2008 year| Silver (.900) | 26.73 g | 38.1 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.73 g |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
The Great Seal of the United States in use from 1782 to 1841.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
E PLURIBUS UNUM
P
JL
ONE DOLLAR
Engraver: Jim Licaretz
Edge
Reeded
Comment
As part of a commemorative program which included three coins, the 2008 Bald Eagle Silver Dollar was issued to mark the recovery of the species and the 35th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. The other coins in the program were a $5 gold coin and copper-nickel clad half dollaThe Bald Eagle Silver Dollar was minted at Philadelphia in proof and uncirculated versions. The coins were sold individually or within several specially issued sets. A proof version of the silver dollar was included in the Bald Eagle Commemorative 3 Coin Proof Set, which also included proof versions of the $5 gold and half dollar coins. An uncirculated version of the silver dollar was included in the Coin and Medal Set, which contained a bronze medal from the National Wildlife Refuge System Centennial Medal series. Later in the year, the proof silver dollar was also included in the 2008 American Legacy Collection.
The Bald Eagle Commemorative Coins all went on sale at the United States Mint on January 15, 2008. Introductory pricing was available through February 14, 2008. Sales officially ended on December 12, 2008.
2008-P Uncirculated Bald Eagle Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price: $35.95
Regular Price: $37.95
Final Mintage: 119,204
2008-P Proof Bald Eagle Silver Dollar
Pre-Issue Price:$39.95
Regular Price: $43.95
Final Mintage: 294,601
Interesting fact
The Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem coin features a unique design that showcases the recovery of the bald eagle population in the United States. The coin's reverse side depicts a bald eagle in flight, with the sun rising in the background, symbolizing the species' recovery and the renewal of the American spirit. This design was created by artist Joel Iskowitz and sculptor Phebe Hemphill.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 P | 294601 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem) 2008 coin.
