Hello! That's a great question that many people have. The 1979 US dollar is the Susan B. Anthony dollar, and it's a common point of confusion, but it is not made of silver. These dollars are actually composed of a copper-nickel clad, much like quarters from that time. The provided search information helps identify the coin as a Susan B. Anthony dollar but doesn't list specific values.
Because they are not silver and were minted in very large numbers, a typical 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar that you'd find in circulation is generally worth its face value of one dollar.
However, there are a few things that can make it more valuable to collectors. The coin's condition is key; a pristine, uncirculated coin that looks like it just left the mint can be worth a few dollars. The mint mark, a small letter 'P' (Philadelphia), 'D' (Denver), or 'S' (San Francisco) found on the front of the coin, can also affect value slightly, but most are very common.
The one you'll really want to keep an eye out for is a specific variety of the 1979-P coin known as the "Wide Rim" or "Near Date" dollar. On this version, the date is very close to the edge of the coin. This less common variety is a collector's item and can be worth anywhere from $5 to over $30, depending on its condition.
So, while most are worth just a dollar, it's always a good idea to check the condition and look for that specific "Wide Rim" variety from the Philadelphia mint
