how much is a silver dollar worth 1979

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The 1979 dollar coin is a common point of confusion for new collectors, as it is not a silver dollar. The coin issued in 1979 is the Susan B. Anthony dollar, which does not contain any silver. It is instead composed of a copper-nickel clad, with a pure copper core and an outer layer of 75% copper and 25% nickel. Therefore, its value is not based on precious metal content but on its collectibility.

For the vast majority of 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollars found in circulation, the value is simply their face value of one dollar. These coins were produced in very large quantities by the Philadelphia (P), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S) mints and are not considered rare.

The value can increase above one dollar based on the coin's condition and any potential errors or varieties. Coins in pristine, uncirculated condition will be worth more to a collector than a worn, circulated one. Furthermore, there is a recognized "Wide Rim" or "Far Date" variety of the 1979-P coin that is scarcer and carries a premium. To determine a precise value, a coin would need to be assessed for its specific mint mark, its physical condition or grade, and whether it is a notable variety.