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TL;DR
- Most 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollars are worth $1. They contain no silver: they’re copper-nickel over copper.
- The 1979-P “wide rim” (or “near date”), where the date sits close to the rim, is worth more, usually several dollars to much more when uncirculated.
- The 1979-S Type 2 proof, with a clear, filled S mint mark, is the other one to look for.
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The small dollar coin was easily confused with a quarter, and the public never took to it. That’s why so many survive.
| 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar | Typical value |
|---|---|
| P, D or S, in circulation | $1 |
| 1979-P wide rim (near date)date close to the rim | Several dollars and up |
| 1979-S proof, Type 1blob-like S | A small premium |
| 1979-S proof, Type 2clear S | More, especially in top condition |
| Uncirculated, top condition | More |
How to spot a wide rim
Look at the date on a Philadelphia (P) coin. On the common narrow-rim coin, there’s a clear gap between the date and the rim. On the wide-rim coin, the rim is thicker and the date nearly touches it.
Quick facts
| Made | 1979–1981, and 1999 |
| Coins dated 1979 | About 757.8 million |
| Weight | 8.1 grams |
| Metal | Copper-nickel over a copper core |
| Edge | Reeded, like a quarter, with an 11-sided border |
Is it silver?
No Susan B. Anthony dollar was ever made in silver. For dollars that are, see Eisenhower dollar value and the 1921 silver dollar. The coin that replaced it: the Sacagawea dollar.
Sources
Education, not financial advice. Collector values vary with condition and demand; get a valuable coin checked by a reputable dealer or grading service. See our disclaimer.
