Sacagawea Dollar Errors
Sacagawea dollars (2000-present) launched with massive production and several notable errors. The most famous is the 2000 Sacagawea/Washington quarter mule, but many other errors make Sacagawea dollars worth searching.
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2000 Cheerios Dollar
Special Sacagawea dollars placed in Cheerios cereal boxes as a promotion. Some have a different tail feather pattern from regular issues.
How to check: Examine the eagle's tail feathers. Cheerios dollars show enhanced, more detailed feather lines compared to regular issues.
$5,000 - $25,000+Wounded Eagle
A die gouge creates what appears to be a wound or gash across the eagle's chest.
How to check: Look at the eagle's breast area for a raised diagonal line or gouge mark.
$25 - $200Missing Edge Lettering
Some Sacagawea and Presidential dollars are missing their edge inscriptions entirely.
How to check: Check the edge of the coin. It should have IN GOD WE TRUST, the date, and mint mark incused into the edge. If smooth, it is a missing edge lettering error.
$50 - $500Improper Annealing
Coins with unusual coloring due to improper heat treatment of the planchet.
How to check: Look for unusual dark spots, discoloration, or inconsistent golden color that is different from normal toning.
$10 - $100Quick Checks
- Year 2000: Check tail feathers for enhanced detail (Cheerios dollar)
- Check the eagle's chest for the wounded eagle die gouge
- Examine the edge for missing lettering or inscriptions
- Look for unusual discoloration from improper annealing
- Weigh the coin: normal = 8.1g, wrong planchet errors will differ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cheerios Sacagawea dollar worth?
Cheerios dollars with enhanced tail feather detail are worth $5,000 to $25,000+. Regular Sacagawea dollars found in Cheerios boxes without the enhanced detail are worth $5-$20.
How do I check my Sacagawea dollar for errors?
Focus on the tail feathers, edge inscriptions, and overall color consistency. Upload photos to ErrorHunt for AI-powered analysis of all known Sacagawea varieties and errors.
Are Sacagawea dollars worth money?
Most are worth face value ($1). Key errors like the Cheerios dollar, missing edge lettering, and wounded eagle varieties command significant premiums from $25 to $25,000+.
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