The value of a 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar coin can vary significantly depending on several factors, including its condition, mint mark, and whether it’s a specific variety.
Here’s a breakdown of the value ranges for 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollars:
- Circulated Coins: Most circulated 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollars are generally worth their face value ($1) or slightly more, typically ranging from $1 to $3.
- Uncirculated Coins: Uncirculated (mint state) 1979 coins can be worth more, with values ranging from $5 to $150 depending on the mint mark and variety.
- Key Varieties and Errors: Some 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollars are considered key varieties or errors and can fetch significantly higher prices:
– 1979-P Wide Rim (Near Date): This variety, where the date is closer to the rim, is scarcer and more valuable than the standard “narrow rim” variety. Uncirculated examples can be worth $30 to $60, and high-grade specimens have sold for thousands of dollars at auction.
– 1979-S Proof Type 2 (Clear S): Proof coins are specially minted for collectors. This variety features a clearer, more sharply defined “S” mint mark compared to the more common Type 1 “blob-like” or filled “S” variety. Uncirculated Type 2 proof coins can be worth $50 to $150.
– Error Coins: Error coins, such as off-center strikes, clipped planchets, or those with double die obverses, can also command higher prices depending on the severity and rarity of the error.
In general, to determine the exact value of your 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar, it’s best to consult a reputable coin dealer or numismatic expert who can assess its condition and identify any specific varieties or errors.
How do you tell if you have a rare Susan B. Anthony coin?
Thanks for asking. And the rim of the coin. The rim and the date are almost touching on the wide rim variety. The wide rim variety adds a nice premium to your coin. In grade 40 the wide rim dollar is worth about $12.