Multiple notable error varieties exist for the 1979 Susan B. Anthony one dollar coin. These errors can significantly increase the coin’s value for collectors.
- Wide Rim (Near Date): This Philadelphia Mint variety has a thicker rim, bringing the date closer to the edge. It’s considered scarcer than the regular narrow rim variety and commands a higher premium in uncirculated conditions. You can distinguish this error by examining the “1” in “1979” with a magnifying glass; if it appears closer to the rim, you likely have the wide rim variant.
- Narrow Rim Far Date Struck Through Grease: This error involves grease or debris filling the die, resulting in a weak or missing appearance of the design elements. When found with the narrow rim variety, it’s considered a double point of interest for collectors.
- “Blob” Mint Mark (San Francisco “S” mint mark): Proof coins minted in San Francisco initially had a poorly formed “S” mint mark that looked like a blob due to a worn punch. Later in 1979, a new punch was introduced, creating a clear “S” mint mark. The “Blob” error coins are the scarcer of the two types.
- Struck Through Grease: Similar to the Narrow Rim Far Date struck through grease error, grease or debris can obstruct the die, leading to parts of the design appearing weak or absent.
- Clipped Planchet: These errors occur when a portion of the coin’s edge is missing due to an improperly cut blank. The value depends on the size and location of the clipped area.
- Off-Center Strikes: These errors happen when the coin’s design appears misaligned due to a minting error. The value is influenced by the degree of off-centering and the completeness of the design.
- Die Cracks: Die cracks are noticeable lines or breaks on the coin’s surface, resulting from the die cracking during the minting process.
- Filled Mint Mark (Denver “D”): In some instances, the Denver “D” mint mark can appear partially or completely filled in due to debris or grease on the die.
If you possess a 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar and suspect it might have an error, it’s recommended to consult with a reputable coin dealer or numismatic expert for an accurate assessment and valuation.
What is the rare error on the $1 coin?
Good point! The rare 1984 $1 coin was struck on a 10-cent blank in error, instead of a $1 blank, meaning the coin is silver rather than gold. One of the coins went to auction with a price guide of between $2,000 and $3,000 this week, sold by auctioneers Roxbury’s Auction House.
What makes the 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar unique?
I can help with that. The 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar coin marked a historic moment in U.S. currency— it was the first time a real woman appeared on an American coin. Introduced to honor the pioneering suffragist, this coin replaced the larger Eisenhower dollar and featured a more compact, convenient design.