The value of Native American dollar coins varies significantly depending on several factors, including:
- Type of Coin: The Sacagawea dollar , which features Sacagawea on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, was the first in this series. In 2009, the Native American Dollar Program began issuing new reverse designs annually to honor important Native American contributions.
- Condition: Coins in better condition, particularly uncirculated or graded as mint state (MS), tend to be more valuable.
- Date and Mint Mark: Some years and mint marks are rarer or more sought after than others.
- Errors or Varieties: Certain minting errors, such as a “Wounded Eagle” variety where a die gouge appears to pierce the eagle on the reverse, or “mule” errors where a coin is struck with mismatched obverse and reverse dies (e.g., a Sacagawea dollar obverse and a quarter reverse), can drastically increase a coin’s value . The 2000-P Cheerios dollar , with enhanced feather details on the reverse, is another example of a valuable variety.
- Most Common: The vast majority of Sacagawea and Native American dollar coins are worth their face value of $1.
- Uncirculated Coins: Uncirculated coins in good condition can sell for a small premium over face value, potentially up to $5 or $6, although some rarer examples can command higher prices.
- Proof Coins: Proof versions, with a frosted appearance on the raised images and mirror-like fields, generally have higher value, with CPG® values ranging from $3.70 to $2,900.00 depending on the year and grade.
- Cheerios Dollars: The 2000-P Cheerios dollar, included in specially marked cereal boxes, can be worth thousands of dollars.
- “Wounded Eagle” Variety: The 2000-P “Wounded Eagle” Sacagawea dollar, with the distinctive die gouge, can be valuable.
- Mule Errors: Coins with mismatched designs from different denominations, such as the 2000-P Sacagawea dollar with a Statehood quarter reverse, are extremely rare and valuable, potentially selling for tens of thousands of dollars or even more.
Note: It’s important to have any potentially valuable Sacagawea or Native American dollar coin professionally authenticated and graded by a reputable third-party grading service to ensure its authenticity and condition. You can also consult resources like The Spruce Crafts or Greysheet for more detailed pricing information based on specific dates, mint marks, and varieties.
Are Native American dollar coins worth anything?
Most Sacagawea coins are only worth one dollar. Because this coin was minted in such large quantities, it’s not as valuable as some other coins. However, there are some exceptions to this.
How to know if a $1 coin is rare?
I can help with that. Examine the Coin’s Date
One of the easiest ways to tell if a coin is rare is to check the date. If the coin is from before 1800, it’s likely rare. Coins minted in the 19th century are also generally considered rare, with a few exceptions.