💰 The $27,600 Sacagawea Dollar: How a Mint Error Created a Fortune

Certain 2000-P dollar coins with dramatic errors sell for $27,600 to $117,500—here’s how to identify these rare varieties in your pocket change!

🔍 Two Ultra-Valuable Error Types

1. “Cheerios Dollar” ($27,600 Record)

✔ Origin: Special coins distributed in 2000 Cheerios boxes
✔ Key Features:

• Enhanced eagle tail feathers (12 lines vs. 9 on normal coins)
• Sharper breast feather details
• Slightly magnetic (unlike standard issues)
  ✔ Recent Sale: $27,600 (PCGS MS67, 2023)

2. Missing Edge Lettering ($117,500 Record)

✔ Error Cause: Coin skipped edge inscription process
✔ Diagnostics:

• Smooth edge (no “IN GOD WE TRUST”)
• Must weigh 8.1g
  ✔ Grading Premium: MS65+ examples fetch 100x face value

📊 2024 Value Breakdown

⚠️ 3-Step Authentication Guide

1. Cheerios Dollar Check

✅ Magnet Test: Weak attraction (normal coins won’t stick)
✅ Feather Count: 12 tail feathers under magnification

2. Edge Error Inspection

✔ Run fingernail along edge – Should catch no lettering
✔ UV Light Check: Authentic coins show unique patina

3. Weight Verification

✔ Must be 8.1g – Fakes often weigh less

Red Flags:
❌ Wrong mint mark (only “P” exists for these errors)
❌ Tool marks near edge