Honor the Gift of Written Language Celebrate one of history's most remarkable intellectual achievements with this 2017 Native American Dollar set honoring Sequoyah and his creation of the Cherokee syllabary. This two-coin collection from both the Philadelphia and Denver Mints commemorates the brilliant Cherokee scholar who gave his people the gift of written language, making it an essential piece for collectors who value coins that tell powerful stories of innovation and cultural preservation. What Makes This Set Special Mint Condition: Both coins arrive in protective 2x2 holders in pristine, uncirculated condition Dual Mint Marks: Complete P (Philadelphia) and D (Denver) set for comprehensive collecting Historic Tribute: Honors Sequoyah's creation of the Cherokee syllabary, one of the few writing systems invented by a single individual Manganese-Brass Composition: Distinctive golden color with copper core 2017 Issue: Part of the acclaimed Native American Dollar series Ready to Ship: In stock and available for immediate delivery U.S. Government Issue: Official legal tender backed by the United States The Artistry Behind the Coin Obverse: Features the iconic portrait of Sacagawea carrying her infant son Jean Baptiste, designed by Glenna Goodacre. The young Shoshone woman gazes confidently forward, symbolizing the strength and determination of Native American women throughout history. The inscriptions "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST" frame this powerful image, with the year of mintage completing the design. Reverse: A stunning profile portrait of Sequoyah captures the Cherokee scholar in a moment of creation, writing "Sequoyah from Cherokee Nation" in the syllabary he invented. The elegant characters flow along the border of the design, demonstrating the beauty and functionality of his writing system. The inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$1," and "Sequoyah" in English complete this tribute to linguistic genius. The design powerfully illustrates how Sequoyah's syllabary enabled the Cherokee people to preserve their language, culture, and history in written form for generations to come. Why Collectors Choose This Piece The 2017 Native American Dollar stands as a testament to individual brilliance and cultural resilience. Sequoyah's achievement—creating a complete writing system without prior literacy—ranks among humanity's greatest intellectual accomplishments. This set appeals to collectors who appreciate coins that celebrate education, language preservation, and Native American contributions to world culture. The dual-mint presentation ensures completeness for serious collectors, while the protective 2x2 holders preserve the coins' pristine condition. Whether you're building a comprehensive Native American Dollar collection or honoring the power of written language, this set delivers both historical significance and numismatic value. Images shown are stock photos. Actual coins will be in mint condition as described.
