Native American Dollar Value
2009–present · $1 · manganese brass clad (77% copper, 7% manganese, 12% zinc, 4% nickel)
Value by Grade
| Grade | Est. Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P-1) | $1.00 |
| Good (G-4) | $1.00 |
| Fine (F-12) | $2.00 |
| Uncirculated (MS-63) | $4.00 |
| Gem (MS-65) | $12.00 |
| Perfect (MS-70) | $60.00 |
Key Dates & Rare Varieties
| Date/Variety | Why It's Special | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2009-D | First year of the program, Three Sisters Agriculture reverse | $3–$10 |
| 2015-P and D | Mohawk Ironworkers — lower mintage year | $3–$12 |
| 2019-P and D | American Indians in Space — popular theme | $3–$10 |
| 2012-P and D | Trade Routes in the 17th Century theme | $3–$10 |
Coin Specifications
- Designer
- Glenna Goodacre (obverse)
- Years
- 2009–present
- Denomination
- $1
- Composition
- manganese brass clad (77% copper, 7% manganese, 12% zinc, 4% nickel)
- Diameter
- 26.5 mm
- Weight
- 8.1 g
Quick Value
Where to Buy/Sell
Native American Dollar: History & Background
The Native American Dollar program began in 2009 as a continuation of the Sacagawea Dollar, retaining the same obverse portrait of Sacagawea by Glenna Goodacre while featuring a new annually rotating reverse design. Each year's reverse commemorates a different contribution of Native Americans to US history and development, including agriculture, the Iroquois Great Law of Peace, trade routes, and the code talkers of both World Wars. The coins share the same golden manganese brass composition and specifications as the original Sacagawea dollars. Mintages have been relatively low as the coins are primarily produced for collector sales rather than circulation.
How to Grade a Native American Dollar
Accurate grading is the single most important factor in determining a coin's value. A difference of just a few grade points can mean 10× or more in value. Examine the highest points of the design first — these are where wear appears earliest. For the finest grades, luster, strike quality, and surface preservation all matter. Professional grading by PCGS or NGC adds certainty and typically increases resale value. Read our complete grading guide →