2008 Bald Eagle Commemorative Half Dollar

About This Coin

The 2008 Bald Eagle Commemorative Half Dollar is a United States half dollar from the Modern Commemorative Half Dollars (1982-Date) series — 12th of 26 years in the series. In 2008, coins were struck at the San Francisco Mint with a combined mintage of 340,757. This ranks 16th of 30 years by total mintage, above the series median of 340,707. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 11.34 grams, 30.6 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $348 in PR70DCAM grade at eBay. Designed by Susan Gamble and Joseph Menna/Donna Weaver and Charles Vickers.