Albany has 5 coin shops and dealers in the CoinsNearMe directory with a verified address and a real track record on Google. The top-rated, Ferris Coin & Jewelry, holds 4.8 stars across 188 Google reviews. Of the 5, 2 trade gold and silver bullion and 2 offer appraisals.
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This guide ranks the best-rated of them by Google review score, with a review floor so a shop with three perfect reviews can't outrank one with three hundred. For every shop in the city, with hours, phone numbers and services, see the Albany coin shop directory.
Best-rated coin shops in Albany
Ranked by Google rating, then number of reviews. Ratings come from Google Maps; open any shop for current hours.
1. Ferris Coin & Jewelry
A 4.8-star rating from 188 Google reviews. This dealer on Wolf Road buys and sells coins, trades gold and silver bullion, offers appraisals and carries U.S. coins. Hours, phone and directions »
2. Albany Coin and Jewelry LLC
A 4.8-star rating from 67 Google reviews. This dealer on Central Avenue buys and sells coins. Hours, phone and directions »
3. William S Panitch, Inc.
23 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars. The store on Computer Drive West buys and sells coins and carries U.S. coins. Hours, phone and directions »
4. Olde Saratoga Coin & Jewelry
246 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars. The store on Central Avenue buys and sells coins, offers appraisals and carries U.S. coins. Hours, phone and directions »
5. GOLD EXCHANGE AT CROSSGATES MALL
A 4.5-star rating from 52 Google reviews. This dealer on Crossgates Mall Road buys and sells coins and trades gold and silver bullion. Hours, phone and directions »
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How to choose a coin shop in Albany
Match the shop to the job. Buying bullion: compare the premium over spot on the same coin or bar at two or three shops; it varies more than people expect. 2 of the Albany shops list bullion. Collecting U.S. or world coins: look for a dealer whose case matches what you collect, and ask whether they can find coins for you.
Selling: get an appraisal first, never clean a coin before showing it, and get more than one offer for anything valuable. 2 Albany shops list appraisals. Grading: you don't need your own PCGS or NGC account; an authorized dealer can submit coins for you.
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See all 5 shops: the Albany coin shop directory has every listing with addresses, hours and services.
Frequently asked questions
How many coin shops are in Albany?
The CoinsNearMe directory lists 5 coin shops and dealers in Albany with a verified address and Google reviews or a website. The full list is on the Albany directory page.
What is the best-rated coin shop in Albany?
Ferris Coin & Jewelry is the top-rated coin shop in Albany in this guide, with 4.8 stars across 188 Google reviews.
Where can I get coins appraised in Albany?
2 coin shops in Albany list appraisals in the directory. Call ahead to ask about fees and whether they appraise whole collections.
Do Albany coin shops buy gold and silver?
Yes. 2 shops in Albany list gold and silver bullion. Compare offers against the day's spot price, and ask what share of spot each shop pays.
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