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Uncover the Forgotten Truth About Sacagawea’s Minted Dollar Mystery For decades, Sacagawea has symbolized courage, navigation, and Native American resilience as the legendary interpreter and guide of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. But hidden beneath the public admiration lies a lesser-known mystery—the Sacagawea Minted Dollar Scandal of 1878, a forgotten chapter in American numismatic history that baffles historians and collectors alike. ### The Legend of Sacagawea: Icon or Myth? Before diving into the dollar mystery, it’s important to acknowledge Sacagawea’s revered role in American history. As a Lemhi Shoshone woman, her guidance was pivotal in securing safe passage and critical alliances during the westward journey. Yet, unlike Lewis and Clark, few know she never held official government recognition—nor appeared on U.S. currency until a century later.