Local Coin Shops Explained - WORST (Red Flags) & BEST Coin Dealers

[@PeggyHill90210]

I think one of the amazing things about this shop is it was created as a life long dream. Harry isn’t here to make a pile of money. He wants to make money to pay his crew and keep his doors open. Amazing. I met him last week and he’s exactly like what you see on the video.

[@GalenSanderson-bj1xv]

Harry’s brutal honesty yet humble approach to business is SO refreshing in this day and age of sheer greed. Kudos to you Harry!! 🙌

[@MightyHorse01]

Harry is 100% right about the items being priced

[@MooseBme]

!(: Customers get tired of asking and employees get tired of being asked... ;)!

[@painmt651]

I run into the same thing at the gun show. No prices marked, I don’t want anything to do with you!

[@Mike_Greentea]

@@painmt651never buy anything at a gun show! Not to mention it’s $20 just to get in ! Lol

[@mrwhitefolk11b46]

Just got off the phone placing an order with Harry's coin shop. Spoke briefly with Adrian, Richard and Brandon finished the order . Very nice guys. Quick and easy process.

[@carlostma643]

I wish we had coin shops like this in Ireland. I've only ever been able to buy bullion online, there's just nowhere like this here unfortunately. Something I really like about the US, how there's an ability to built a rapport with the shop owner and see the merchandise in person, rather than it just being a sterile transaction. Looks so much more fun!

[@guyinoah]

start your own in ireland! be the pioneer!

[@TheBajamin]

Sounds like you just started a business.

[@tedledford4350]

Word of mouth is absolutely the best as far as local shops go.

[@HoJSimpson]

Well I am in Europe, and If in Oregon, I would buy at Harry's shop. So it clearly works haha

[@Yankee_Doodle_Stacker]

I hear all these stories about "my LCS wont deal with anything but gold eagles or buffalos" . Harry seems like he would give you a fair price on any gold coin and personally I think it boils down to expertise and Harrys shop has it in spades. I love that they actually LOVE coins it seems unlike many other shops.

[@TheBajamin]

100% on the prices. If you can’t tell me your price, it tells me you’re going to try to scam me. Imagine if Walmart had no prices and just made it up at the register.

[@TheQuickSilver101]

I don't know how many places I've left because there are no prices. I get that maybe high end collectable coins are unpriced, but not pricing common and bullion coins is beyond frustrating. Thanks!

[@serimus]

7:55 This applies to gun shops too. I saw a neat .22 Ruger pistol and didn’t see a price tag. I asked and they had to look it up. $600+. Nope.

[@kevinhickey4442]

I think of Harry as "The Professor." Adrien, Richard and whoever else is behind the counter are the grad students, ready to add depth and perspective. Always good information and insight that is easily explained and keeps the viewers wanting more.

[@benjaminshutt4710]

Hallenbeck Coin Gallery in Colorado Springs, CO. Super great shop with lots of selection. Owner is a past president of the ANA. Wonderful and friendly staff.

[@williamtemple4031]

Bill's Coins in Jackson MS is my go-to every time. Great prices, great guys, even for being the only true coin shop in town.

[@edwardbass1605]

Thanks William

[@Boga217]

That's awesome, I'm from Bogalusa Louisiana,,do you know of any down towards New Orleans at all that are worth visiting.

[@matthewmcraney7854]

Time out. Jackson MS has some good prices? I'm from seminary but travel country for work. In Tahoe now. Deal with the shops in Carson city. No personality in those shops. Feels like a funeral home. I'm almost to depressed to spend my cash with them

[@SliverOfSilver1000oz]

This is a hobby, its a lesiure time activity thats fun... that is EXACTLY what i tell people when they ask me why i am addicted to trading silver for silver or gold for silver or buying etc... its freakin fun!! I will shop at Harrys before i die...

[@ulexite-tv]

Yes, it is a hobby! And hurray for Harry!

Candl Coin in Virginia Beach, VA! Great prices on junk silver and always great prices on bars and other bullion. Larry and Cindy are some of the most kind people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting.

[@NonMonFrere]

Local, never heard of them. Searching.

[@HulkRogan7]

@@NonMonFrereright off Independence past town center.

[@stardust949]

Just a general comment---when I read people's "reviews" online, I do not automatically believe everything some random stranger writes on line. I've worked with the public in many ways, and there are a lot of miserable human beings out there who carry their bad attitude inside them or like a chip on their shoulder---and they create negativity wherever they go. Whether it's a shop or a restaurant, whatever. So, take it all with a grain of salt. This is a really nice video, though---great idea to have this discussion. I liked what Harry said about remembering that it's a hobby or leisure activity that you can hopefully have fun with! I've had a blast learning about stacking and a tiny bit of numismatics over the past 3 or so years! Your channel has been part of that, thanks Silver D~!

[@Ambassador_Gkar]

I agree with your statement on not trusting what stranger's write; or say. Just look at how trolls operate, on YT. However, because someone you've just met may seem to have a 'bad attitude,' it does not necessarily make them an immoral person, let alone one with criminal intent. There are those who aren't people persons, & don't relate well. Just like there are con-men, who have real charisma, & can form perceived trust quickly. Trust should be earned, not given. Those are the ones that raise red flags with me.

[@billbru1034]

I go to Allen's coin shop in Westerville Ohio. They are busy sometimes and you might have to wait in line. But they have a great selection.

[@nates4310]

In Cincinnati my top are: Coins Plus downtown, Franklin Street, Main Street in Hyde Park and my most frequented is Queen City Rare Coin in Blue Ash - I’m extremely lucky to have multiple FANTASTIC local shops and would be proud to send customers to any of them

[@CharlieNya]

Hallenbeck Coin Gallery, Colorado Springs, CO. They have EVERYTHING!

[@brokenhub7656]

Been to Harry’s before. Great shop and customer service.

[@MattStevens-l6p]

I wished I lived in the USA, specifically Beaverton, I’d definitely buy from Harry, Adrian & Sir Richard. Such great blokes! Real gentleman.

[@fatdave9719]

Coin Guy in Springhill FL, great place, I live in st pete I drive about an hour to get there. Its worth it.

[@joshtyree3552]

Hey Silver Dragons, I just got my Morgan and Peace Dollar reverse proof set from the US Mint and I want to thank you for suggesting it might be a good purchase ! I love them , can't wait to see if you do a vid on it

[@RobChristensen-y2k]

Went into the store last Saturday for the first time.Had a great experience, picked up 10oz bar and $10 of junk silver.

[@valanme]

Harry & the fellas hit all the red flags 100%. I wish I lived closer he would have my business.

[@sinesaii]

Harlan J. Berk is great in Chicago. Coin shows are worth traveling some distance to attend.

[@andrewpeterson7941]

Lucky enough to live within a 5 min drive of Harry’s - as a new collector, hands down always have a fantastic experience with every visit.

[@jonmyers8020]

So what about cities that only have 1 coin shop and the shop knows this. My 1 shop tends to have his prices very high. They also have the attitude as if they dont necessarily need your business. I hate the idea of having to drive 100's of miles to find a good shop.

[@michaelangelobergeron5980]

I recommend Monument Metals

[@shanejones578]

Where the hell are you the middle of Kansas lol?

[@Madakalim]

Smitty's in the Finger Lakes region upstate NY. Good selection and real world prices. Always has boxes of the whole range of junk silver and plenty of cool numismatic items to browse. Their limited hours are tough to get a hang of but keeps me from going too often!

[@anthonysugarhouse]

Salt lake City Utah= All About Coins. St George Utah= All Good Coins. Las Vegas= Archangel coins. Scottsdale Arizona= Valley coins. I know all these coin shops and they are all excellent

[@rasbobbo]

Old Pueblo Coin in Tucson has been good to me. Heavy numismatic though.

[@AustinsCoins]

Ben is awesome!

[@ml5955]

It’s the only place I go in Tucson👍

[@austindumas5174]

They are the best! My go to for years when I lived in Tucson!

[@zachcarney3910]

I'm not sure this is a "red flag" but it is what causes me to drive a bit further than my local shop. I've been to a few different shops that will let me sort junk silver for specific dates. It's been a lot of fun setting my gf on some specific dates while I further discuss business with the shop owner. My local shop does not allow that. To much hassle I guess. BUT it does cause me to go to further away shops.

[@TheBajamin]

To be fair there could be people that have stolen coins this way. You’re digging around, it’s easy to pocket some coins. I get why that would be iffy unless you do a lot of business with them.

[@zachcarney3910]

@@TheBajamin Yea that's certainly been my thoughts on it. Also I don't really have a relationship with the local shop yet could be part. I tend to buy when I go visit grandparents. Extra adventure I suppose. I should visit the local shop more often. But um... no sales tax on this stuff in other states I've been buying lol.

[@donmcatee45]

Jim Coad Rare Coins, Albuquerque Coins. Both in Abq, NM. Jim and Peter perspectively are outstanding and very knowledgeable and helpful. Not so many online reviews but they both have been extremely helpful with my entry into collecting and stacking.

[@dmmc999]

I've been thinking about you!!! Wondering how your child is doing. Glad you posted!! ♥️

[@jameskloer4657]

The last coin shop I visited was Harry's. He was great to deal with, and I will be back.

[@billbru1034]

Yes. I definitely like pricing on everything. Don't think I've ever been in a LCS that has prices on PM'S.

[@tommyboy1653]

When you are selling a 1 oz gold coin and they say ,it has scratch and we cant give you spot price because collectors wont want it and its just a maple 9999 and not a collector coin.

[@sparkyou8122]

Central Iowa Coin and Bullion, Awesome!

[@ToddStines]

I really appreciate your information and knowledge. I will surely keep watching!

[@grasscutter1963]

Your videos are so good! I love how you ask questions as if you were a new person trying to get into this. It’s so funny how it’s like you’re actually reading my mind on what I ask or thinking.😮

[@bigdaddyhoffman1911]

Another .99999 Fine Video From Silver Dragons and Harry's Coin Shop! A+++++ Content. Life is good......God Bless

[@joshrobertson8189]

In Denver, Rocky Mountain Coins is an awesome coin shop. Also in Denver there is a big coin show that they have twice a year.

[@TennTimes]

I have no LCS here in middle/east TN. There are a couple in the big cities, like Nashville and Knoxville….but absolutely none in smaller cities like Crossville, Sparta. Cookeville.

[@ItsEverythingElse]

I wish I lived near these guys, I'd be in their shop a couple times a month!

[@thetruthyes]

Lol, i just realized they're in oregon, after watching these guys for iver a month. I am planning to visit them this week.

[@jacobg6528]

The locals are blessed having this amazing shop!! I have one good shop near me (Maine Gold and Silver) . All the others could care less. Just wanna make maximum $$

[@williamcooper2368]

Hey DRAGONS hope your feeling okay child is doing better ❤️ I always love your trips to HARRYS.

[@JoeHollandFishing]

Harry seems awesome. I would start collecting coins if I lived nearby! Really enjoy hearing his views and overall chill.

[@Orphic_museum]

I like the way they run their business , definitely seems friendly and professional , having the prices clearly visible and the different spot prices on display should be standard.

[@Supercheeseburger666]

I like Harry's shop. If I lived in that area, that's the shop I would go to. Hands Down.👍👍

[@raywells2858]

At the 7:00 mark in the video brought up something I find so lacking in customer service these days! If I am acknowledged when I walk into a shop, I can wait a awful long time knowing that they will assist me as soon as possible.

[@Colorado-Silver]

My LCS all carry side arms and are all polite and professional. Gives me an good feeling to be in there. Erie, Colorado

[@BlueWaterSTAX]

Great video guys. My trusted LCS is Cash for Gold in Fort Gratiot Michigan. Jeff's great. My not so local LCS is the Gold Cove 10 mile and Gratiot in East point Michigan. The older owner comes down on price. His teenage kids...not so much. Their great though ✌️

[@ScruffyIsMyName]

Colonial Coins. Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Been in the same location for decades - bought my first coin from them about 40 years ago.

[@davidprather360]

My LCS is 50 miles away in Elizabethtown KY. Heartland Coins, great place to go but with work and life in general it is hard to get to a lot of times when I want to. So you guys that have a trustworthy one near by, Be glad.

[@stevezio99]

Watch for bait and switch tactics. A bullion dealer who agrees to one price and when you show up .10 minutes later, drastically changes the price is someone you never want to do business with. This happened to me.

[@shanejones578]

Yeah I had a shop I walked into for the first time offer me a 580 dollar 5 dollar Indian head if I came back “next week”. Well gold went from 2250 to 2370, you think he was still gonna sell it for 580?

[@shanejones578]

I highly doubt it. And that bothered me, he had no fractional gold. The shop I went to last weekend had options for anything and everything and even took my number down for platinum when they find some

[@Nordy941]

David Reynolds’s in St Pete FL I can personally recommend. Normally competitive price both buying from and selling to.

[@railangler2674]

I live in Tennessee and I buy from The Coin Purse in Nashville. Friendly, knowledgeable, good selection and price. If I'm ever back in Portland though, I'll definitely come visit Harry.

[@JFDoria79]

Edelman's Coin Shop outside of Philadelphia (Jenkintown) is a great place. Good prices when selling and good prices when buying. Lots of great inventory and knowledgeable.

[@TheDrifterrider]

good show, info like that for us that live rural and have to drive 100 miles to get to a shop is stupendous..........

[@chadzka]

As a consumer, I think it’s better to bargain over the phone. In my personal experience I have often gotten better rates because I inquire first before I visit, when i am already in the shop I found that dealers are less inclined to give better rates because you are already in their store. But if you ask them over the phone they may be inclined to give you better deals to get you into their store.

[@gerardramirez6320]

Great honest video and Great Honest men. Thanks

[@lamarravery4094]

Harry sure knows the customer psyche. He knows to be friendly and greet customers and he does have the price marked so you don't need to ask.

[@grasscutter1963]

This video answers my questions about finding a coin shop in my area. I was wondering about this topic!

[@fmlymn1]

My fav local dealers are: AZ Jewelry and coin(Scottsdale coin llc), first national bullion, valley coin company and Route 66 coin and collectibles No particular order.

[@edhale2]

My LCS in Indianapolis would be Lost Dutchman Rare Coins or, a bit further south, Doyle's Coin Hoard in North Vernon, IN.

[@patrickconnor5854]

I'm from Redlands, CA and I used to go to a shop called Coop's Coins back in 2013-14 or so. It's a family-owned business. One woman who worked there blatantly said, "people who buy silver instead of gold are flat out stupid." I never went back.

[@shanejones578]

Diamond state coins and currency, DE. 2 miles from PA and NJ too. Best shop I’ve ever seen and best prices I’ve ever seen too.

[@aspiringalchemist8398]

Another great video Dragons. One of these days I’ll make it over to Beaverton to see Harry and the gang. After all these awesome interviews, I already know I can trust them. Thank you, gentlemen.

[@memydrone7079]

“King Richard” knows his stuff and I swear I wish I lived in Oregon 😂 👍

[@lamarravery4094]

I like Richard, he was very helpful when I went in a few weeks ago.

[@lawndogmoon2]

I know Richard personally and I can say he has a big Richard too.

[@flygti03]

My only LCS has to buzz me in, open lobby with the owner behind thick glass. Nothing on display and you have to know what you want and ask what they have, and then ask for the price. Very fair older gentleman that knows his stuff and has decent prices, it’s just not as nice to have to ask what they have if you want to see new things. Wish I had a local shop like Harry’s.

[@anonymous071985]

Try Kansas. Everything out in the open. And a few times I've had shops just pull out the trays for me to look through while they help other customers.

[@eric-jf1xq]

The ones in my area you have to be buzzed in but don’t have any of the baggage like that.

[@RyDawg918]

Tulsa, Oklahoma Tulsa Gold and silver Tulsa Gold and gems Don’s coins and jewelry. Love all 3

[@jimnavarro6859]

These guys are just the best!

[@ulexite-tv]

Harry is the best. I look at shops on Google street view and call ahead to see if they have friendly voices. I ask if they carry Morgan Dollars -- and if they say they only handle "rare coins" or "only bullion," i don't bother. In the shop a welcome greeting is important to me as a woman because all too many coin, hobby, and comics shops ignore female customers. As Harry says, product prices give people confidence that the dealer is fair to everyone. Finally, i like to pick out my own junk silver, and some shops won't allow that.

[@philmckracken1354]

Agreed, no price tags reminds me of something my dad used to tell me... if you have to ask, you can't afford it... if you want it, get it... price doesn't really matter. lol

[@fmlymn1]

That’s a great point; is the shop giving variable prices to different customers based on bias.

[@cosmiccreations888]

Thank You !! Great Video and Harry and the other Two are All Full of Wisdom, Common Sense and Much Compassion for their Customers!!!

[@zuke5432]

Another great video

[@mattivation_inc.]

I agree with Harry about the customer service & the experience being joyful, given it’s a fun hobby.

[@ChrisG.463]

Cross road coins in Vandalia Ohio is a good one👍

[@Templar112299]

Great Lakes Coins & Collectables in Burnsville, MN is an excellent shop. Lee (the owner) and all his guys are top notch.

[@annajohnson3309]

I went to one in Lexington Kentucky and he didn't have a case for anything and you had to make a appointment so when I ask him if he had certain things and he said yes or he would make sure when I showed up but when I got there he only had rounds .

[@WhiteAngloSaxon]

There’s an awesome shop in Clarksville, Indiana and Elizabethtown, Ky.

[@WhiteAngloSaxon]

@@tomtharos4440 Heartland Coins buys and sells U.S. Gold, Copper, And Silver coins. Also, Obsolete Currency. We are a fulltime coin shop located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, serving the Central Kentucky Region for over the past 30 years!

[@oregongoldhunter]

Eugene coin and Jewelry in Eugene Oregon is a favorite of mine

[@snakebyte7271]

Acknowledgment goes along way in the retail industry makes a huge difference, Great business practice .

[@Justin_LaPlace]

Nunemaker's Coin Shop in Mishawaka, IN.

[@bellowsforge9726]

Thanks for this video, I’m looking to start stacking and didn’t know where to start

[@lilman10te]

Emerald coast coins based in Pensacola is a great bullion and coin dealer I suggest stopping by if your ever in the panhandle

[@boydbros.3659]

Copper State Coin and Bullion is my go to. They’re rated 5 stars with 252 reviews. Also reviewed by the city as well.

[@2pugman]

My brother and I were lucky enough to find an honest coin dealer in 1982. Silver back then was $6 for junk 90% coins. Eagles were $8. I was also able to purchase hundreds of Morgans in MS 60 and well above. My coin dealer just retired and closed the shop. As a retired person, I don't buy anything any longer.

[@galvaautovued.i.8460]

I like Harry's suggestion about coin shows...but in today's market, you're never too isolated to not find a good dealer over the net (like Harry, and others)!

[@bamahama707]

Problem is, deal with a shop over the net, there is a record. Sometimes, cash is king.

[@the_coin_man]

My local coin shops are Albuquerque Coins and Premier Gold and Silver

[@ncchris1987]

The Gold & Silver Mint in Mint Hill , NC is awesome, guys are super nice and very fair.

[@DennisKien]

Best advice was going to coin shows to meet local dealers. I did 2 years ago and got a tenth oz gold US for ten bucks less than online prices. Picked up several buisness cards, met a famous dealer too. Got my book signed by the gentleman who handled the famous butternut hoard of large cents. Great advice. Go to coin shoes.

[@partickthompson1164]

Here is one for you .i started stacking in 1998 when bars were $6 each and rounds were $5.25. I also remember complaining (to my self) about the 1/10 $5 gold eagle being too high at $35. Each. I think gold was $$270 an Troy oz

[@schoolofstock.1483]

Maaaan, I’ve been to Beaverton, OR. I live in Florida and had work in Oregon. I’ll come back to visit Harrys

[@allalphazerobeta8643]

When you call any small shop, where you know the person has to handle in person customers and phone customers. It's not a bad idea to ask how busy they are. Especially if you can wait. It also looks good when you do come in. Phone customers are often prioritized because they can't see how busy the store is.

[@Bubbasstarship]

Midwest gold and silver Kirksville Missouri has great service great prices 😊

[@daviddixon9598]

Route 66 Coin and Collectables in Flagstaff Az. is top notch.

[@SilverTiger86]

Harrys 100%. But i am local. And i am so thankful for that.

[@simhicmt7577]

Great tip about coin shows! Agree!

[@Yuaz85364]

Ace coins moline illinois. I live across the Mississippi River in Davenport Iowa. The folks at Ace Coins are amazing