One Dollar ($1.00)

Susan B. Anthony Dollar

United States of America · 1979

The obverse features a profile portrait of Susan B. Anthony surrounded by stars and the year 1979. The design includes a unique 11-sided inner border.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1979
Denomination: One Dollar ($1.00)
Metal: Copper-nickel clad copper (75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper core)

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Overview

The obverse features a profile portrait of Susan B. Anthony surrounded by stars and the year 1979. The design includes a unique 11-sided inner border.

Historical significance

This was the first circulating U.S. coin to feature a real woman (rather than an allegorical figure like Liberty). It honored Susan B. Anthony's work for women's suffrage. However, it was widely unpopular at the time of release because its size and color were easily confused with a quarter.

Estimated value

Circulated 1979-D examples generally hold a face value of $1.00, though high-grade uncirculated versions can be worth $2 to $5.

Care & preservation

Keep the coin in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing it, as chemical abrasives can permanently damage the surface and reduce any potential numismatic value. Handle by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing discoloration.

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