2008-W $50 Platinum American Eagle MS70 NGC Early Release

Coin Information: Type: Platinum American EagleYear: 2008Denomination: $50.00Diameter: 27 mmMint Mark: West Point, NYGrade: MS70Certified By: NGCThe obverse features the Statue of Liberty. The reverse depicts the classic symbol of Lady Justice with scales in one hand, representing the balance of law, and a sword in the other hand, symbolizing the power granted to the decision-makers.About the coin: The United States Mint began a new three year series of American Eagle Platinum coins in 2006. Labeled "The Foundations of Democracy, " these new releases feature reverse designs that honor the three different branches of the United States Federal Government. The series uses the Constitution as a guide for the order in which each institution will be recognized making 2008 the year of the judicial branch.