Price Guide for 1978 Dollar Variants

This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1978-D Dollar (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $7,050.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $10.50 – $195.00
    Uncirculated: $2.84 – $8,750.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $45.00
    Uncirculated: $5.00 – $9,500.00
1978 Dollar (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $6,000.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $25.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $3,845.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $45.00
    Uncirculated: $5.00 – $7,500.00
1978-S Dollar, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $3,450.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $4.08 – $1,604.89
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 – $5.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $475.00
1978-S Dollar (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $10.00 – $161.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $32.00 – $78.00
    Uncirculated: $5.50 – $400.00
1978-S Dollar, CAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $57.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $6.93 – $12.99
1978-S Dollar Thomas Cleveland MSS, DCAM (Proof)
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $20.00 – $625.00
1978-S Dollar Miles Signature, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $94.00 – $650.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $8.52 – $56.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 – $750.00
1978-S Dollar David Hall Signature, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $288.00 – $493.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $10.00 – $749.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $60.00

Design and Specifications of the 1978 Dollar

The 1978 Dollar, also known as the Susan B. Anthony Dollar, was the first year of production for this new small-size dollar coin. It marked a significant change from the larger Eisenhower Dollar. The coin was designed to honor Susan B. Anthony, a prominent American civil rights leader who played a crucial role in the women’s suffrage movement.

Despite its historical significance, the coin faced public rejection due to its similarity in size and color to the quarter, leading to confusion in circulation. This rejection would ultimately result in the coin’s short-lived production run.

Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.5 mm
Mint Marks P, D, S (including proof coins)
Composition 91.67% Copper, 8.33% Nickel (Copper-Nickel Clad)
Obverse Design Portrait of Susan B. Anthony, designed by Frank Gasparro
Reverse Design Apollo 11 mission insignia, designed by Frank Gasparro

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1978 Susan B. Anthony Dollars has a significant impact on their value, particularly for circulation strikes. Due to their limited actual circulation, many examples remain in high grades. Coins in MS65 and above are relatively common, but can still command a premium over face value.

For proof coins, the condition is crucial. Collectors seek examples with deep cameo contrast and no signs of mishandling. PR69 and PR70 specimens are highly desirable and can fetch substantial premiums.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 244,900,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Limited Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in high grades due to low circulation and high mintage

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to series collectors

Denver, D

Mintage: 133,020,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Limited Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in high grades due to low circulation and high mintage

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to series collectors

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 3,251,152

Rarity Scale: Common for proofs

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in high grades due to careful handling

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, popular as first-year proof issue

Strike quality is an important factor for 1978 Susan B. Anthony Dollars. Well-struck coins with sharp details, especially on Anthony’s hair and the moon’s surface on the reverse, are more desirable. Luster also plays a role, with coins displaying full, cartwheel luster being more valuable.

While not typically known for attractive toning, some collectors appreciate naturally toned examples, which can add a premium if the toning is appealing. Additionally, error coins, such as those with significant die cracks or cuds, can be valuable to specialists, though major errors are rare for this issue.

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