We buy all types of coins and paper money — from individual collectible coins to complete collections and estates.
Some coins are worth significantly more than their metal value, while others trade based on silver or gold content. Our role is to identify what you have and explain how it’s valued so you can make an informed decision.
Whether you’re bringing in a small group or an entire collection, everything is reviewed in person with clear, straightforward explanations.
What Types of Coins Do We Buy?
We purchase U.S. coins, world coins, paper money, and complete collections. If you’re unsure what you have, there is no need to organize or research it in advance.
U.S. Coins
U.S. coins range from common silver coins to rare numismatic pieces. Value depends on date, mint mark, condition, and collector demand.
World Coins
Foreign coins vary widely. Some are valued for metal content, while others have collector demand based on country, age, and rarity.
Learn more about world coins →
Paper Money (U.S. & World)
Paper currency is evaluated based on condition, rarity, and collector demand.
U.S. paper money →
World paper money →
Coin Collections & Estates
Many customers bring in complete collections accumulated over time or inherited. These often contain a mix of valuable and more common items.
Selling inherited collections →
Estate services →
Not Sure What You Have?
This is one of the most common situations we see.
There is no need to sort or research your coins ahead of time. We go through everything with you and separate coins with collector value from those that trade based on metal content.
Start with our coin identification guide →
We regularly purchase:
Silver coins (90% silver dimes, quarters, half dollars)
Gold coins (pre-1933 U.S. gold coins)
Proof coins and proof sets
Uncirculated coins and mint sets
Rare and key date coins
Commemorative coins
Bullion coins (American Eagles and similar)
From a single coin to a large collection, we are always interested in taking a look.
What Makes Coins Valuable?
The value of a coin depends on several key factors:
Metal Content
Many coins contain silver or gold and are worth at least melt value.
Date and Mint Mark
Certain years and mint locations are much scarcer.
Condition (Grade)
Better condition coins are often worth more.
Rarity
Lower mintage or survival rates increase value.
Collector Demand
Market demand can significantly impact pricing.
Silver Coins (90% “Junk Silver”)
Pre-1965 U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars are 90% silver.
These are typically valued based on silver content rather than rarity, though quantities and market conditions affect pricing.
Gold Coins
We regularly buy U.S. gold coins, especially pre-1933 issues.
These may be valued based on both gold content and collector demand, depending on the coin.
Proof & Collector Coins
Proof coins and mint sets are specially produced by the U.S. Mint.
Some carry collector premiums, while others trade closer to metal value or original issue price.
We also evaluate professionally graded coins as well as raw coins.
Learn more about graded coins →
How We Value Your Coins
We evaluate coins using real-world market data, including:
- Dealer pricing guides
- Recent auction results
- Current gold and silver markets
- Collector demand
Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of what your coins are worth in today’s market.
Why Numismatic Expertise Matters
Not all buyers evaluate coins the same way. Identifying collectible value requires experience with grading, market demand, and pricing trends.
Learn more about our expertise →
How the Process Works
All evaluations are done in person while you are present.
Coins are sorted, identified, and explained clearly. There is no obligation to sell.
Payment is made immediately if you decide to move forward.
Selling Coin Collections
Many collections are built over time or inherited.
Most contain a mix of valuable and more common items. We sort everything and explain how each group is valued.
Are my old coins worth anything?
Some are, some are not. Value depends on metal content, rarity, and condition.
Should I clean my coins?
No — cleaning can reduce value.
Do you buy collections?
Yes, we regularly purchase entire collections.
Related Pages
What We Buy →
Selling Gold →
Selling Silver →
For a broader overview of the kinds of items we evaluate, visit our What We Buy page.
