2008-W Burnished Silver Eagle (Box & COA)

The 2008-W Burnished Silver Eagle marks the third year of the U.S. Mint's satin-finish uncirculated Silver Eagle series. Struck at the West Point Mint using specially prepared burnished blanks, these coins offer a smooth, matte-like finish distinct from standard bullion and high-contrast proofs. While most 2008-W burnished Silver Eagles feature the updated Reverse of 2008, a small number were mistakenly struck with the older Reverse of 2007, creating one of the most famous modern varieties. This listing represents the standard 2008-W with the correct updated reverse. Each coin comes housed in its original U.S. Mint velvet presentation box with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

Historical Insight

The 2008-W Burnished Silver Eagle represents an evolution in design, as the U.S. Mint updated the master hubs for the reverse artwork. This year's burnished coin was produced with both the updated Reverse of 2008 and mistakenly in some early strikes the Reverse of 2007, which became a major variety in the Silver Eagle series. While the reverse variety gets more attention, the standard issue remains a cornerstone of the burnished series with a healthy mintage and clean, satin finish.

Collector Note

The 2008-W is an essential continuation of the burnished format and a solid choice for collectors pursuing a full year-by-year finish-type set. Its connection to one of the most famous Silver Eagle varieties (the Reverse of 2007) adds to its relevance, even as a standard-issue coin.

Highlights:

• Year: 2008
• Mint Mark: W (West Point)
• Weight: 1 troy oz
• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's Walking Liberty—Liberty strides toward the rising sun, draped in the American flag and carrying oak and laurel branches.
• Reverse: John Mercanti's heraldic eagle with shield, olive branch, arrows, and 13 stars—Reverse of 2008 features slightly revised lettering and tail feather details, updated from prior years.
• Condition: Burnished Uncirculated
• Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)
• Packaging: Includes original U.S. Mint presentation box and COA