Q:      Can you grade my coin or collection over the phone or by e-mail?

A:         No we need to examine the coins or other items in the collection in person in order to be able to determine their worth. Often we must use high powered magnification in order to determine the date, mint mark, or even the quality of a particular item. top

Q:      Do you handle foreign coins?

A:         Yes, but only for their Gold or Silver content! Our specialty is U.S. Coins. We don’t handle foreign coins as collectables.top

Q:      Do you buy Canadian coins/currency?

A:         Yes, older Canadian dimes, quarters half dollars and dollars have silver content similar to U.S. coinage (different percentages and different date cut-offs). We also handle collectable Canadian coins and currency and will exchange modern coins at a percentage of face value. top

Q:      Can you help me get started in collecting?

A:         Absolutely! This is one of our favorite things to do. We have an enormous selection of collecting supplies, books and of course coins. We will be happy to advise you on how best to start collecting whether you’re just looking for a part-time hobby or interested in coins as an investment.top

Q:      Can you show me how to determine a coin’s worth for myself?

A:         Yes! In addition to offering several books on the subject we will be happy to show you what to look for and provide you with the tools you will need to become an expert at coin grading!top

Q:      Do you provide shipping?

A:         Yes. We sell on eBay and through our store in Everett and ship hundreds of items every week! Also check out our new webstore were shipping is always free! We are happy to ship your purchases to your home or to another recipient. We Do Not ship overseas!top

Q:      Will you ship overseas?

A:         NO!top

Q:      Do you sell on consignment?

A:         On occasion.  top

Q:      How old does a coin have to be before it is worth something?

A:         There is no simple answer to this question. It is one of the reasons why we must see a coin before we can give you an estimate. Sometimes an older coin may be worth less than a newer coin of the same type even if they are in nearly the same condition. This is can be due to many factors but the most important are: Rarity, Strike & Condition. For more information regarding coin values go to our What's My Coin Worth? page.  top

Q:      Should I clean or polish my old coin to make it look better?

A:         No! As a general rule of thumb a “cleaned” coin is NOT a collector’s coin and is rarely worth anything other than its precious metal content after cleaning. top

Q:      Is old paper money worth anything?

A:         As with any collectible it depends on the specific item and its condition. Some old bills are extremely valuable. See our What it's Worth page for more information  top

Q:      Is it true that Confederate money is worthless?

A:         No it is not! However there is a lot of Counterfeit Confederate money out there. Many people collect Authentic Confederate money. Depending on the condition it may in fact be quite valuable. As with any item we will need to see it in person in order to place a value on it.  top