2009 (D) Native American Dollar - Position A

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$1,995 MS69 01-01-2021 eBay

Description

Part of the Sacagawea & Native American Dollars 2000 to Date series, the 2009 (D) Native American Dollar - Position A is a dollar from the Denver Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 35.7 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 5 mint variants, representing only 19% of total production. The obverse features Sacagawea carrying her infant son Jean Baptiste Crapeau on her back and the reverse displays rotating designs honoring Native American contributions to the United States. The 2009 Native American Dollar honors the Three Sisters method of companion planting developed by Indigenous peoples, in which corn, beans, and squash are grown together. The reverse depicts a Native American woman planting seeds surrounded by the three crops. The reverse was redesigned annually beginning this year under the Native American $1 Coin Program, featuring different themes honoring Native American contributions. The Denver Mint, which grew from an 1860s gold rush assay office, has served as a major production facility since 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $6 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese and 2% nickel, weighing 8.1 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #406937.