Pop quiz: when is a dollar not worth a dollar? When it’s worth a million dollars, that’s when! The 1804 Draped Bust Silver Dollar was crafted by the Jackson administration for foreign dignitaries. While that is not so unusual, this particular coin has a significant following and is incredibly unique for a variety of reasons. While the draped bust design was minted on dollar coins from 1795 through 1836, which is the year that the 1804 money was actually struck? This may sound a bit confusing, but such is the world of coins!
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