Baton Rouge and Fresh Orleans residents seeking to sell or appraise coin collections have several options, including businesses with A+ ratings from the Better Business Bureau. Gold & Silver of Louisiana, located in Baton Rouge and Louisiana Gold & Coins too in Baton Rouge, both maintain this rating, according to the BBB.
American Rarities, a Louisiana coin dealer, specializes in buying New Orleans Mint coins, rare U.S. And colonial currency, gold, and silver. The company offers free appraisals throughout the state and emphasizes its expertise in evaluating the value of coins with Louisiana historical significance, particularly those from the New Orleans Mint’s French and Spanish colonial periods.
Southern Coins & Precious Metals (SCPM), based in Metairie, Louisiana, has been operating since 1977 and serves a nationwide clientele. SCPM provides online ordering, live spot pricing, and numismatic news. They also offer services across multiple Louisiana parishes, including Jefferson, Lafourche, Orleans, Plaquemines, Saint Bernard, Saint Charles, Saint Martin, Saint Mary, Saint Tammany, and Terrebonne.
Causeway Coin Company, with locations in Mandeville and Metairie, also holds an A+ rating from the BBB. The Coins & Collectible Shop, Inc., located in Kenner, is another BBB-accredited coin dealer serving the region.
According to American Rarities, choosing a reputable coin dealer with extensive knowledge and a commitment to fair transactions is crucial when selling valuable numismatic items. They highlight the importance of expert appraisals by experienced numismatists.
