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****Official 2008-W American Gold Eagles Proof Thread*** ~Note: Sticker Shock Alert!

GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
Available for Mint purchase on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 Noontime


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American Eagle Gold Proof One Ounce
Single Coin Product Limit: 25,000

American Eagle Gold Proof One-Half Ounce
Single Coin Product Limit: 15,000

American Eagle Gold Proof One-Quarter Ounce
Single Coin Product Limit: 16,000

American Eagle Gold Proof One-Tenth Ounce
Single Coin Product Limit: 30,000

American Eagle Gold Proof Four-Coin Set
Four-Coin Set Product Limit: 35,000




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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Compare to 2007..........................


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    CoinlearnerCoinlearner Posts: 2,606 ✭✭✭✭✭
    There will not be many FS coins with those prices, unless gold shoots straight up. image
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    OPAOPA Posts: 17,172 ✭✭✭✭✭
    It'll be interesting to see how long the stated prices will hold up. Any bets? image
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    RarityRarity Posts: 1,464 ✭✭✭✭
    Getting so expensive now. I'll not order any.
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    http://catalog.usmint.gov/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&productId=14430
    American Buffalo 24K Gold Proof Coin - 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof One-Half Ounce Coin (Z82)
    2008 American Eagle Gold Proof One-Half Ounce Coin (Z82)
    SKU: Z85 13242


    $2,199.95

    Think they got the title wrong and it should be the 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Four-Coin Set (Z85)
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    stev32kstev32k Posts: 2,098 ✭✭✭
    The 2008 gold buffalo is a better buy at $1,018.88.
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    pf70collectorpf70collector Posts: 6,864 ✭✭✭
    I don't collect these. I sold my 2003 only one NGC PF 70 set last year. The only ones I have are the reverse gold in NGC and PCGS 70s. Only ones I am interested in. Could be a low mintage year for these maybe.
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    BECOKABECOKA Posts: 16,967 ✭✭✭


    << <i>The 2008 gold buffalo is a better buy at $1,018.88. >>



    Yeah but that is not proof.

    Shoot, we will have to pay an arm and a leg by the time the Buffalo Fractionals come out.
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭


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    << <i>The 2008 gold buffalo is a better buy at $1,018.88. >>



    Yeah but that is not proof.

    Shoot, we will have to pay an arm and a leg by the time the Buffalo Fractionals come out. >>



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    Get used to it higher prices to come image
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    MetalsmanMetalsman Posts: 2,134 ✭✭✭


    << <i>The 2008 gold buffalo is a better buy at $1,018.88. >>



    Boy, I think we talked about this a few threads ago. I kind of remember stating that the Buff's where a good play... some thought so some did'nt.. at any rate.. even if you buy one now they may cancel your order [ I personally think more here are buying than will admit]. Time will tell. One thing for certain.. the price isnt going to be lower.image
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    [ I personally think more here are buying than will admit].


    Buying the Celebration Buffaloes???? image


    Come on fractionals!!!

    FLBuff, any idea when the fractional Buffaloes are coming out???
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    I agrree with folks here who say to get ready for higher prices.

    Even the Silver Commems are getting a bit higher.

    Anyone here recall what the Franklin Commems were at the US Mint Site?
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    moonshinemoonshine Posts: 1,039 ✭✭
    yes it is all getting priced out of my 'comfort range' - I have to think twice before I click.

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    dpooledpoole Posts: 5,940 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>Anyone here recall what the Franklin Commems were at the US Mint Site? >>



    The Franklin 2006 Founding Father and Scientist commems were $33 for the MS, $35 for the proof.
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    GrivGriv Posts: 2,804 ✭
    I hope it gets so darn expensive no one will even consider buying any, except me of course. image I have kid's college funds to raid. image
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    << <i>Anyone here recall what the Franklin Commems were at the US Mint Site? >>



    The Franklin 2006 Founding Father and Scientist commems were $33 for the MS, $35 for the proof. >>



    So the Bald Eagles of 2008 go for 44 now hmmmmmm. A bit of an increase even if it has been 2 years.
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Less than 48 hours before these Proofs go on sale at the Mint.....


    Now........who's buying the most expensive American Gold Eagles ever????????????? image
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    clackamasclackamas Posts: 5,615 ✭
    Gulp!
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    The 1/10th oz. coin price difference is interesting, as a % change. Respectfully, John Curlis
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭


    << <i>The 1/10th oz. coin price difference is interesting, as a % change. Respectfully, John Curlis >>



    Good note, John.

    The $3.00 increase is really insignificant.

    It must have to do with the core high price that exists on most 1/10th ouncers.

    10 x $149.95 = $1,495.50......that's way over by %50 of spot. image
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    OverdateOverdate Posts: 7,320 ✭✭✭✭✭

    Shoot, we will have to pay an arm and a leg by the time the Buffalo Fractionals come out.

    Or, if the price goes up further, trade for them with gold bought at lower prices.

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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Shameless post!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Linky
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    tick tick tick tick................................Tuesday Noon is upon us!!!!!!

    Hey, this AGE Proof issue could be one of the lowest in sales numbers in years!!!!!!

    Will that outweigh the high purchase price??????

    What say you????
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    GrivGriv Posts: 2,804 ✭
    But of course. image
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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭


    The official 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Mint PR, just posted within the hour.

    They are sooo ready for this issue....there will be no Bald Eagle screw up on this one!!!!!



    March 3, 2008

    2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins Available March 4


    WASHINGTON-The United States Mint has struck American Eagle Coins since 1986. Twenty-two years later, the tradition continues with the release of the 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins at noon (ET) on March 4, 2008.

    American Eagle Gold Proof Coins-struck in 22-karat gold-bear the "W" mint mark indicating their production at the United States Mint at West Point. Emblazoned on the obverse is Augustus Saint-Gaudens' celebrated rendition of Liberty holding a torch in her right hand and an olive branch in her left. Gracing the reverse of the coin is an image of a male eagle carrying an olive branch flying above a nest containing a female eagle and her hatchlings, designed by sculptor Miley Busiek. Each coin is sealed in a protective capsule and mounted in a handsome, satin-lined velvet presentation case. A Certificate of Authenticity, documenting the coin's place in history, is included.

    American Eagle Gold Proof Coins are struck multiple times for a frosted cameo image specially made for collectors. These coins are available in one-tenth ounce, one-quarter ounce, one-half ounce and one ounce denominations. Prices and mintages are as follows:

    Product
    Price
    Product Limit
    Maximum Limit

    Tenth-Ounce Coin
    $149.95
    30,000
    65,000

    Quarter-Ounce Coin
    $329.95
    16,000
    51,000

    Half-Ounce Coin
    $609.95
    15,000
    50,000


    One-Ounce Coin
    $1,199.95
    25,000
    60,000

    Four-Coin Set
    $2,199.95
    35,000
    N/A


    Orders for the 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins will be accepted at the United States Mint's secure website, www.usmint.gov, or at 1-800-USA-MINT (872-6468). Hearing- and speech-impaired customers may order by calling 1-888-321-MINT (6468). A shipping and handling fee of $4.95 per order will be added to all domestic orders.

    Customers should place their orders early for the 2008 American Eagle Gold Proof Coins, as mintages are limited. The United States Mint reserves the right to limit quantities and may discontinue accepting orders at any time.

    Look for the release of the 2008 American Eagle Gold Uncirculated Coins in April.

    Contact: Press inquiries: Michael White (202) 354-7222
    Customer Service information: (800) USA MINT (872-6468)



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    GoldbullyGoldbully Posts: 18,575 ✭✭✭✭✭
    image Two hours and counting!!!!!!
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    19Lyds19Lyds Posts: 26,524 ✭✭✭✭


    << <i>Getting so expensive now. I'll not order any. >>



    That was my exact thought when the 10th Anniversary Set came out for $999.00 back in 1995! image
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    ttownttown Posts: 4,472 ✭✭✭
    The 2007's are still at the old price on the UNC's 529.99. I wonder how long that will last since that's getting close to spot.

    2007 UNC
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    ca0100000ca0100000 Posts: 362 ✭✭
    No lag on the USMINT server today.
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    aficionadoaficionado Posts: 2,309 ✭✭✭
    WOW, 60,000 1 oz Proofs !!!

    Nothing special about these unless you get a 70 or gold goes to $1200.

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    INXSINXS Posts: 1,202 ✭


    << <i>WOW, 60,000 1 oz Proofs !!!

    Nothing special about these unless you get a 70 or gold goes to $1200. >>



    Yep that would be a .05 profit if gold goes to $1200. $250+ over spot is a little aggressive on the mints part I think.
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    pf70collectorpf70collector Posts: 6,864 ✭✭✭
    Gold Buffalo Fractionals for me. 22 years is long enough. Will they end them at 25 years? Lets hope so. I don't collect this particular series. I am sure most collectors would welcome a ending to this program at 25 years. I know I would welcome an end for the ASEs.

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