Susan B. Anthony Dollar

Country of Origin: United States of America

Year of Issue: 1979

Denomination: One Dollar ($1)

Composition: Copper-nickel clad copper

Susan B. Anthony Dollar

Brief Description

Features a right-facing portrait of Susan B. Anthony on the obverse and an eagle landing on the moon on the reverse. Notable for its unique eleven-sided inner border.

Historical Significance

This was the first circulating U.S. coin to depict a real woman. It was introduced to replace the Eisenhower dollar, but faced public rejection because its size and color were too similar to the quarter.

Estimated Value

$1.00 USD (Face value for circulated common dates)

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as this can damage the surface and reduce any potential collector value. Handle by the edges to prevent skin oils from causing oxidation.

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