Sacagawea Dollar

Country of Origin: United States

Year of Issue: 2000

Denomination: One Dollar

Composition: Manganese-Brass Clad Copper (88.5% Copper, 6% Zinc, 3.5% Manganese, 2% Nickel)

Sacagawea Dollar

Brief Description

The obverse features Sacagawea, the Shoshone woman who helped the Lewis and Clark Expedition, carrying her infant son Jean Baptiste Charbonneau. The coin has a distinct golden color.

Historical Significance

First introduced in 2000 to replace the Susan B. Anthony dollar, this coin honors the critical role Sacagawea played in the westward expansion of the United States. It was the first US coin to feature a woman with a child.

Estimated Value

$1.00 (Face Value) in circulated condition; up to $5.00+ for uncirculated specimens.

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place inside an archival-safe coin holder or flip. Avoid cleaning with chemicals or polishing, as this can destroy the coin's collectible value and original surface luster.

Created At: 2026-02-21T00:41:06.012542