2019-P Native American Dollar Roll – Mary Golda Ross

Celebrate a Space Pioneer with the 2019 Native American Dollar

The 2019 Native American Dollar honors Mary Golda Ross, the first known Native American female engineer and a pioneering mathematician whose calculations helped launch America's space program. This brilliant uncirculated roll of 25 coins from the Philadelphia Mint captures the spirit of innovation and the remarkable contributions of Native Americans to aerospace engineering. Each coin in this roll celebrates not only Ross's groundbreaking work but also the legacy of indigenous scientists who have advanced human knowledge and exploration.

What Makes This Roll Special

• Brilliant Uncirculated Condition – Fresh from the Philadelphia Mint with original luster and sharp details
• Complete Roll of 25 Coins – Perfect for collectors building date sets or investors seeking quantity
• 2019 "P" Mint Mark – Philadelphia Mint production with distinctive edge lettering
• Manganese-Brass Composition – Distinctive golden color that won't tarnish
• Part of the Native American Dollar Series – Annual program honoring indigenous contributions to American history
• Never Circulated – Coins with circulating finish that have never been placed into circulation
• Legal Tender Status – Each coin is $1 U.S. currency backed by the federal government
• Original Mint Packaging – Delivered in protective wrapping (packaging may vary)

The Artistry Behind the Coin

Obverse: The obverse continues the beloved design featuring Sacagawea, the Shoshone guide who accompanied the Lewis and Clark expedition, carrying her infant son Jean-Baptiste on her back. Her steady gaze looks toward the future with determination and grace. The inscriptions "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST" frame this powerful portrait of maternal strength and indigenous leadership. The design captures the spirit of exploration and the essential role Native Americans played in shaping the nation's westward journey.

Reverse: The 2019 reverse design beautifully portrays Mary Golda Ross at work, writing complex calculations that would help propel humanity into space. In the dramatic background, an Atlas-Agena rocket launches skyward, its exhaust cloud inscribed with an equation representing the energy required to leave Earth's orbit and reach distant planets – a testament to Ross's vital contributions to interplanetary flight planning. Above the rocket, an astronaut conducts a spacewalk, symbolic of Native American astronauts including John Herrington, the first enrolled tribal member to fly in space. A field of stars completes the composition, representing the infinite possibilities of space exploration. The inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "$1," and "MARY GOLDA ROSS" honor this Cherokee Nation citizen who worked on classified projects for Lockheed's famous Skunk Works division and helped conceptualize missions to Venus and Mars.

Why Collectors Choose This Piece

The Native American Dollar series has become increasingly popular among collectors who appreciate both numismatic value and cultural significance. The 2019 issue stands out for its tribute to STEM achievement and space exploration – themes that resonate with collectors interested in science, technology, and American innovation. Mary Golda Ross's story is one of breaking barriers in a male-dominated field and contributing to some of the most ambitious projects in human history.

Rolls offer exceptional value for collectors building complete date sets or investors seeking to acquire multiple specimens at once. The brilliant uncirculated condition ensures each coin displays the full detail of the U.S. Mint's artistry, from the intricate mathematical equations to the dynamic rocket launch scene. The distinctive golden color and edge lettering make these coins instantly recognizable and highly displayable.

Whether you're continuing your Sacagawea Dollar collection, honoring Native American heritage, celebrating women in STEM, or introducing a young collector to the beauty of American coinage, this roll delivers both educational value and numismatic appeal. Ross's legacy lives on through every space mission and every young person inspired to pursue careers in science and engineering.

Images shown are stock photos and may not represent the exact coins you will receive. Mint wrapping may vary.