2008-W 1/2 oz Burnished Platinum Eagle $50 (Cap Only)

The 2008-W 1/2 oz Burnished Platinum Eagle represents the last year the U.S. Mint struck fractional burnished platinum coins. Produced at the West Point Mint, this coin carries the prestigious "W" mintmark and features the unique burnished (satin) finish sought after by collectors. Struck from .9995 fine platinum, it is housed in its original U.S. Mint capsule (no box or COA), offering both rarity and eye appeal.

Collector Insight:

With a mintage of just 2,253, this is one of the lowest-mintage fractional platinum coins ever released by the U.S. Mint. As a final-year issue in a discontinued series, the 2008-W 1/2 oz Burnished Eagle is highly sought after by collectors looking to complete the rare platinum burnished run.

Highlights:

• Face Value: $50 USD - Legal tender
• Contains 1/2 troy oz of .9995 fine platinum
• Features the special burnished uncirculated finish
• West Point "W" mintmark
• Obverse: Iconic Statue of Liberty by John Mercanti
• Reverse: Muse representing Executive Branch-torch and eagle
• Housed in original U.S. Mint capsule