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It took 21 years and 22 releases for the American Silver Eagle coin to finally break its mintage record. The 1987 coin, the second-ever issued, sold 11.44 million coins. That mark had remained the high-water point in the program’s history for more than two decades. That number was soundly crushed in 2008 as the Great Recession worsened and investors flocked to precious metals. Right now, 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion with a PCGS certification.
Coin Highlights:
Each 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coin in this listing earned a Mint State 69 certification from the PCGS. A silver bullion coin with this grade exhibits full, original mint luster with no more than two minor detracting flaws present. Examples of acceptable flaws at this level include minuscule contact marks or hairlines found outside the primary focal points of the coin.
The 2008 American Silver Eagle coin broke the sales record for the program that had stood since 1987. With 20,583,000 coins sold in 2008, the Silver Eagles nearly doubled the previous record. Precious metals were in high demand throughout 2008 as the worst of the Great Recession began to sink in and stock markets tumbled. Although markets were tumbling, the price of silver remained steady at the same average price of $13.28 throughout the year.
On the obverse of 2008 American Silver Eagles is Walking Liberty. This design was created in 1916 by Adolph A. Weinman and featured on the circulation half-dollar coin from 1916 until 1947. It depicts Liberty in left-profile relief as she walks toward the sun on the horizon.
The reverse side of 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle coins includes the image of the heraldic eagle of the United States. This design element dates to 1794 and has been modified at various points in American history to give it a more modern look. This particular heraldic eagle design was modernized in 1986 by John Mercanti.
If you have any questions, we encourage you to contact JM Bullion customer service. Our team members are available at 800-276-6508, online using our live chat, and via our email address.
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It took 21 years and 22 releases for the American Silver Eagle coin to finally break its mintage record. The 1987 coin, the second-ever issued, sold 11.44 million coins. That mark had remained the high-water point in the program’s history for more than two decades. That number was soundly crushed in 2008 as the Great Recession worsened and investors flocked to precious metals. Right now, 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coins are available to purchase online from JM Bullion with a PCGS certification.
Coin Highlights:
Each 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle Coin in this listing earned a Mint State 69 certification from the PCGS. A silver bullion coin with this grade exhibits full, original mint luster with no more than two minor detracting flaws present. Examples of acceptable flaws at this level include minuscule contact marks or hairlines found outside the primary focal points of the coin.
The 2008 American Silver Eagle coin broke the sales record for the program that had stood since 1987. With 20,583,000 coins sold in 2008, the Silver Eagles nearly doubled the previous record. Precious metals were in high demand throughout 2008 as the worst of the Great Recession began to sink in and stock markets tumbled. Although markets were tumbling, the price of silver remained steady at the same average price of $13.28 throughout the year.
On the obverse of 2008 American Silver Eagles is Walking Liberty. This design was created in 1916 by Adolph A. Weinman and featured on the circulation half-dollar coin from 1916 until 1947. It depicts Liberty in left-profile relief as she walks toward the sun on the horizon.
The reverse side of 2008 1 oz American Silver Eagle coins includes the image of the heraldic eagle of the United States. This design element dates to 1794 and has been modified at various points in American history to give it a more modern look. This particular heraldic eagle design was modernized in 1986 by John Mercanti.
If you have any questions, we encourage you to contact JM Bullion customer service. Our team members are available at 800-276-6508, online using our live chat, and via our email address.
