On August 1, 2008, the United States Mint began sales of the 8-8-08 Double Prosperity Set. This set was released to celebrate the date August, 8, 2008. This date, which occurs once every 100 years, contains the number "8" three times. The number is associated with prosperity in many Asian cultures.
The Double Prosperity Set contains two coins, the 2008-W $25 Uncirculated Gold Eagle and the 2008-W $25 Uncirculated Gold Buffalo. Each coin contains one-half ounce of gold. The coins are the collectible uncirculated or "burnished" version created by the United States Mint for collectors with the "W" mint mark for the West Point Mint. The Gold Eagle and Gold Buffalo coins were packaged in a custom hardwood box with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the Director of the United States Mint.
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