Most Susan B. Anthony (SBA) dollars collect dust in drawers, but a few rare varieties can be worth $100 to $5,000+. Could your 1979 or 1981 coin be one of them?
The Million-Dollar Question: Which SBA Dollars Are Valuable?
While most SBA dollars are worth face value, these key dates and varieties command serious premiums:
1. 1979-P “Wide Rim” (Near Date) – $50 to $500+
- Why rare: Only Philadelphia minted this variety with:
- Thick rim
- Date close to edge (≈ width of the “1” in date)
- Grades matter: Uncirculated coins fetch $100–$500
2. 1979-S Proof “Type 2” (Clear ‘S’) – $75 to $1,000+
- Key feature: Crisp, well-defined “S” mint mark
- Proof sets only – Scarcer than the “Type 1” blob mint mark
3. 1981-S Proof “Type 2” (Flat Top ‘S’) – $100 to $5,000
- Ultra-rare: Bold, flat-top “S” with bulbous tails
- Top-tier PR-70 examples: $3,000–$5,000
How to Spot the Money Varieties
✅ For 1979-P Wide Rim:
- Compare rim thickness to a normal quarter
- Date nearly touches the edge
✅ For Proof Coins:
- Use 10x magnification to check mint mark style:
- Type 1 (Blob ‘S’): Worth $10–$25
- Type 2 (Clear/Flat ‘S’): Big money
What to Do If You Find a Rare SBA Dollar
- Handle carefully – Fingerprints reduce proof value
- Grade with PCGS/NGC – Essential for top-dollar sales
- Sell through Heritage Auctions – Best for rare varieties
Beware!
- No SBA dollar is worth $1M – Beware of scams
- Cleaning destroys value – Never polish coins
Free Rare SBA Dollar Check:
📸 Email photos to SBAexperts@RareCoin.com
📞 Call 1-800-SBA-COIN for fast verification
*”My 1981-S Type 2 proof sold for $4,600!” – Jason R., Ohio*
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