2008-W Proof Silver Eagle (Box & COA)

The 2008-W Proof Silver Eagle is a standout release in the modern Silver Eagle series, combining the timeless design of Liberty with West Point Mint's continued excellence in proof striking. With bold frosted details and mirror-like fields, the 2008-W offers elegance and investment-grade silver content. Encased in its original U.S. Mint velvet box with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), this issue is a collector favorite and notably, the last regular proof release before a one-year hiatus in 2009.

Historical Insight

The 2008-W Proof Silver Eagle closed out a strong run of annual proofs before the U.S. Mint paused proof production in 2009 due to unprecedented bullion demand during the global financial crisis. As such, the 2008-W became the final proof Silver Eagle of the decade and remains in demand for collectors seeking historical continuity in the series. Its mintage—just over 700,000—adds to its appeal as a relatively low-population modern proof.

Collector Note

The 2008-W is a key marker in the Proof Silver Eagle timeline. It's especially desirable when paired with the 2010-W as a "before-and-after" set to highlight the Mint's return to proof production. Its status as the last proof before the 2009 gap year gives it added interest and long-term collector value.

Highlights:

• Year: 2008
• Mint Mark: W (West Point)
• Weight: 1 troy oz
• Obverse: Adolph A. Weinman's iconic Walking Liberty—Liberty strides toward the rising sun, wrapped in the American flag and holding oak and laurel branches.
• Reverse: John Mercanti's heraldic eagle design includes a shield, arrows, and olive branch, with 13 stars overhead representing the original colonies.
• Condition: Proof
• Face Value: $1 USD (legal tender)
• Packaging: Includes original U.S. Mint presentation box and COA