2008 Proof American Silver Eagle on Sale January 3, 2008

Get ready for the new year! Last week the US Mint announced he starting date for sales of the 2008 Proof American Silver Eagle coins. Sales will begin on January 3, 2008.

This is the proof version of the popular bullion silver eagle coins. The proof coin has been offered by the Mint since 1986 and has always proved popular with collectors. The one-ounce silver coin will bear the "W" mint mark denoting West Point mintage. Coins contain 99.9 percent silver and will come in a velvet presentation case with Certificate of Authenticity from the Mint. There will be no production limit for the coins and they will be minted according to demand.

The Mint's issue price is $31.95 per coin. This is a $2 per coin increase from last year's price.

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