The golden-colored United States dollar coin, often referred to as the Sacagawea dollar or Native American dollar, features Sacagawea and her infant son, Jean Baptiste on the obverse (heads side).
Sacagawea was a Shoshone Indian who played a vital role in the Lewis and Clark expedition as a guide and interpreter.
How many different presidents are on the gold dollar coins?
The program excludes all current and former living Presidents, therefore the list currently stands at 37. The coin features the motto “In God We Trust” in edged lettering which is the first time this has been done on U.S. coin and it also features the year of issue on the Rim.
Who is on the dollar coin now?
Sacagawea dollar (2000–present) The Sacagawea dollar was authorized by Congress in 1997 because the supply of Anthony dollars in inventory since their last mintage in 1981 was soon expected to be depleted. These coins have a copper core clad in manganese brass.
Why is Sacagawea on the Golden dollar?
From my experience, Sacagawea was chosen for the dollar coin to honor her significant contributions to the success of the Lewis and Clark expedition as a guide and interpreter.