2012 (P) Native American Dollar - Position A

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$300 MS68 11-27-2020 eBay

Description

Part of the Sacagawea & Native American Dollars 2000 to Date series, the 2012 (P) Native American Dollar - Position A is a dollar from the Philadelphia Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 2.8 million examples, making this the lowest mintage among 4 mint variants, representing only 24% 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 2012 Native American Dollar honors the extensive trade routes developed by Native Americans who used horses to transport goods across the continent. The reverse depicts a Native American and horse symbolizing 17th-century trade networks. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Philadelphia's mint — the nation's first — has produced coins without interruption since its founding in 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $10 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 77% copper, 12% zinc, 1% other over a pure copper core, weighing 8.1 grams, 26.5 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #512463.