The 2008 Bald Eagle Commemorative Coins represented the United States Mint’s only commemorative coin program that year. Released on January 15, 2008, the series included three different coin types:
- 2008 Bald Eagle $5 Gold Coin
- 2008 Bald Eagle Silver Dollar
- 2008 Bald Eagle Half Dollar Clad Coin
These coins were struck in both proof and uncirculated versions, resulting in a total of six distinct coin variations. As with other commemorative issues, the gold coins were made with 90% gold content, while the silver dollars contained 90% silver. The maximum mintage limits were set at 100,000 for the gold coins, 500,000 for the silver dollars, and 750,000 for the clad half dollars.
The coins were authorized by the American Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Coin Act (Public Law 108-486), which aimed to celebrate the recovery of the American Bald Eagle and the national emblem.
Coin Designs
2008 Bald Eagle $5 Gold Coin The obverse features two young eaglets perched on a branch, designed by Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Master Designer Susan Gamble and sculpted by U.S. Mint Medallic Sculptor Phebe Hemphill. The reverse depicts the Great Seal of the United States, designed by U.S. Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
2008 Bald Eagle Silver Dollar On the obverse of the silver dollar, a mature eagle soars in flight, designed by AIP Master Designer Joel Iskowitz and sculpted by U.S. Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart. The reverse displays the 1782-1841 version of the Great Seal of the United States, sculpted by U.S. Mint Medallic Sculptor Jim Licaretz.
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2008 Bald Eagle Half Dollar Clad Coin The obverse of the half dollar features two young eagle hatchlings in a nest, designed by Susan Gamble and sculpted by U.S. Mint Medallic Sculptor Joseph Menna. The reverse shows the iconic Bald Eagle “Challenger,” designed by AIP Associate Designer Donna Weaver and sculpted by U.S. Mint Sculptor-Engraver Charles Vickers.
Surcharge Contributions
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these coins was donated to the American Eagle Foundation of Tennessee, supporting their efforts to protect and preserve the Bald Eagle population.
This commemorative series was a tribute to the Bald Eagle’s recovery and its status as the national symbol of the United States.