The Susan B. Anthony dollar is a United States one-dollar coin minted from 1979 to 1981 and again in 1999 . It features a right-facing portrait of Susan B. Anthony on the obverse (front) and an eagle landing on the moon, adapted from the Apollo 11 mission insignia, on the reverse (back).
- First US Coin to Feature a Real Woman: The Susan B. Anthony dollar was a groundbreaking coin as it was the first US coin to feature the portrait of a real woman, rather than an allegorical figure like Lady Liberty.
- Controversial Design & Limited Circulation: Despite initial excitement surrounding the coin’s release, it was not well-received by the public due to its close resemblance in size, color, and reeded edge to the quarter, leading to widespread confusion.
- Short-Lived Series: Production of the coin was halted in 1981 due to low demand and a large surplus of coins in Treasury vaults.
- Comeback in 1999: Production briefly resumed in 1999 to meet a sudden increase in demand, primarily due to the need for dollar coins in vending machines and mass transit systems, before being replaced by the Sacagawea dollar in 2000.
- Collectible Value: While most circulated Susan B. Anthony dollars are not particularly valuable and are worth little more than face value, some variations and error coins can be highly sought after by collectors . Notable varieties include the [“Wide Rim” 1979-P coin] and the [1981-S Type 2 Proof coin].
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1979-p Sba$1 Wide Rim Susan B. Anthony Dollar $2,000.00]
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1981 S Type 2 $1 Proof Susan B Anthony Pcgs Pr 69 Dcam (no Reserve)$87.96 $109.95]
How do you tell if you have a rare Susan B Anthony coin?
How can you tell if a Susan B Anthony coin is rare? Look for the mint mark and the year. Coins from 1981, produced only for collectors and not for circulation, tend to be rarer. The 1999 minting is also less common.
What is the error on 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar?
So what’s the value of a 1979 Susan B anthony dollar with the large date.
How much is a 1999 Susan B Anthony $1 coin worth?
Great question! According to the NGC Price Guide, as of August 2025, a Susan B Anthony Coin from 1999 in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.35. However, on the open market 1999 D Silver Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $600.