how much is a 1979 canadian silver dollar worth

[StMolly]

Hello! That's a great question about a classic Canadian commemorative coin. The provided text points to some excellent coin pricing websites, like Greysheet and Coins and Canada, but unfortunately, it doesn't include the actual price charts from those pages.

Based on general knowledge about this specific coin, the 1979 Canadian dollar was created to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Griffon, the first ship to sail the upper Great Lakes. These coins were minted for collectors and were not intended for everyday circulation.

A major factor in its value is that it's made of 50% silver. This gives it an underlying "melt value" which changes daily with the price of silver. Typically, this base value is around $10 to $12.

The final price, however, depends heavily on the coin's condition and the specific finish it has. A standard "Brilliant Uncirculated" version usually sells for a small premium over its silver value, often in the $12 to $18 range. High-quality "Proof" versions, which were sold in special collector cases from the Royal Canadian Mint, can fetch a bit more, potentially from $15 to $25, depending on the condition of both the coin and its original packaging.

For the most precise and current pricing, it would be best to check the full websites mentioned in the source links or have a professional coin dealer evaluate your specific coin.