Based on the information available, the term “Indian dollar coin” likely refers to the Sacagawea Dollar Coin issued by the US Mint, as opposed to an actual Indian rupee coin or a “dollar” coin issued by India.
The value of Sacagawea dollar coins can vary significantly:
- Most Sacagawea coins are only worth their face value, $1 USD.
- However, rare error coins, especially those with unique minting mistakes or characteristics, can be worth $10,000 or more.
- The rarest and most valuable Sacagawea coin ever sold was purchased for $102,000 due to a rare die error where the obverse of a US quarter-dollar was accidentally struck onto it. Only 18 such coins are known to exist.
The value of Sacagawea dollar coins depends on factors such as:
- Date and Mint Mark: Coins minted in 2000 tend to be more valuable than those from other dates.
- Condition: Values increase as the coin’s condition improves.
- Rarity: Sacagawea dollars with uncommon errors or varieties are the most valuable.
- Notable Errors: Missing letters, doubled die errors, and other minting mistakes can significantly increase the market value.
Note: While these coins have a golden appearance, they contain no precious metal value as they are made of a combination of metals including copper, manganese, brass, zinc, and nickel.
How much is a $1.00 coin worth?
Modern dollar coin programs emphasize education, commemoration, and design innovation over circulation. While face value remains $1, collector versions in high grades can command $4-12 premiums, and special mint products offer additional collecting opportunities.
How much is a 2001 Sacagawea $1 coin worth?
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of August 2025, a Sacagawea Coin from 2001 in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.35. However, on the open market 2001 P Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $750.