Coin Dealer Near Me in Los Angeles
South Bay Coin buys and sells gold coins, silver coins, and bullion from our Lawndale showroom. Whether you are looking to sell coins for cash or invest in precious metals, you are dealing with a licensed coin store with 45+ years of experience and 400+ five-star reviews.
The Best Coin Dealer in Los Angeles
South Bay Coin is a full-service coin store in Lawndale, California. We buy coins from people who want cash and sell coins to collectors and investors who want to build or diversify their holdings. This two-sided business is why we pay more when you sell: we have the platform to resell your coins at market value instead of melting them for scrap.
Licensed, bonded, and insured since 1980. Over 400 five-star Google reviews. We serve Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hawthorne, Palos Verdes, and all of LA County. Walk in any time during business hours, or call (310) 363-7808 to speak with a coin specialist.
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We pay more than pawn shops, jewelry stores, and mail-in buyers because we resell coins instead of melting them. Free appraisals, same-day cash, and no pressure. Bring in gold coins, silver coins, coin collections, or inherited estates. We handle everything from a single American Eagle to a six-figure collection.
Ready to sell? Visit our dedicated pages for specific pricing information: sell gold coins or sell silver coins. Or skip the research and walk in. We will give you a number in minutes. Call (310) 363-7808 to get started.
Buy Gold & Silver Coins in Los Angeles
We carry American Gold Eagles, Silver Eagles, Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, Morgan dollars, Peace dollars, pre-1933 U.S. gold, and bullion bars from major mints. Our inventory changes daily as we acquire new collections. Buying in person means you see exactly what you are getting before you pay, with no shipping fees and no sales tax on purchases over $1,500 in California.
Browse our current inventory: buy gold coins or buy silver coins. For specific items or large orders, call (310) 363-7808 and we will check availability and lock your price.
Coins We Buy & Sell
We deal in gold, silver, and platinum from every major mint. Bullion, numismatic, and everything in between.
Gold Coins & Bars
American Eagles, Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, pre-1933 U.S. gold, and bars from PAMP, Credit Suisse, and Perth Mint.
Silver Coins & Bars
Silver Eagles, Morgan dollars, Peace dollars, 90% junk silver, Canadian Maple Leafs, and silver bars in all sizes.
Rare & Collectible Coins
Key dates, Carson City issues, proof sets, PCGS and NGC certified coins. We recognize and pay for numismatic value.
Platinum & Palladium
Platinum Eagles, Maple Leafs, and bars. Palladium coins and bars. Any mint, any size.
How to Sell Coins Near Me
Bring Your Coins In
Walk into our Lawndale showroom at 16916 Hawthorne Blvd. No appointment needed. Or call (310) 363-7808 first.
Get a Free Appraisal
We identify, sort, and value each coin in front of you using today's market prices. Zero pressure, zero obligation.
Get Paid Immediately
Accept the offer and leave with cash or check the same day. Most visits take under 20 minutes. Bring a valid photo ID.
Why Choose a Local Coin Dealer Over Online
When you sell to an online buyer, you ship your coins, wait days for an evaluation, and hope the offer matches what was quoted. If it doesn't, you wait again for your coins to be returned. When you sell at South Bay Coin, you get your offer in person and leave with cash the same day. No shipping risk, no waiting, no surprises.
When you buy online, you pay shipping fees, wait for delivery, and can't inspect the coin before purchasing. At our showroom, you examine every coin before you pay, take it home the same day, and pay no shipping. California exempts sales tax on precious metals purchases over $1,500. Call (310) 363-7808 or walk in to see our current inventory.
Coin Dealer vs. Pawn Shop vs. Online Buyer
Where you sell or buy coins matters. Here is how we compare.
| South Bay Coin | Pawn Shops | Jewelry Stores | Online Dealers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buys AND sells coins | ||||
| Same-day cash (selling) | ||||
| Inspect before buying | ||||
| Pays above melt for rare coins | Varies | |||
| Numismatic expertise | Varies | |||
| Licensed CA dealer | Varies | Varies | Varies | |
| No shipping fees |
See the difference for yourself. Walk in or call (310) 363-7808 for a free quote.
What Our Customers Say
Common Questions About Our Coin Shop
Yes. We are a full-service coin dealer. We buy gold coins, silver coins, platinum, and bullion from people who want cash. We also sell coins and bullion to collectors and investors. Walk in any time during business hours for either side of the transaction.
Look for a licensed, bonded, and insured dealer with a physical storefront and verified Google reviews. South Bay Coin has operated from the same Lawndale location since 1980, holds a California precious metals dealer license, and has over 400 five-star reviews.
Yes. Pawn shops melt coins for scrap and pay accordingly. A coin dealer like South Bay Coin has the platform to resell coins to collectors and investors, which means we pay based on full market value, not just metal weight.
No appointment needed. Walk-ins are always welcome. We are open Monday through Friday 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM. For large collections or estate evaluations, calling ahead lets us prepare.
We carry American Eagles (gold and silver), Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, Morgan dollars, Peace dollars, pre-1933 U.S. gold, and bullion bars. Inventory changes daily. Call (310) 363-7808 to check availability on specific items.
California exempts sales tax on precious metals purchases totaling $1,500 or more. Transactions under $1,500 are subject to standard sales tax. This applies to gold, silver, and platinum coins and bars.
Every appraisal is free with zero obligation to sell. Bring your coins in and we will identify, sort, and value each piece in front of you. You can also text photos to (310) 363-2697 for a preliminary estimate.
Yes. Bring everything in unsorted. We catalog each coin, separate collectible pieces from bullion, and give you one comprehensive offer. We handle estates of all sizes and have been doing so since 1980.
We accept cash and check for coin purchases. When selling coins to us, you receive cash or check on the spot. No bank wires, no waiting periods.
Our sell prices (what you pay to buy coins) are competitive with major online dealers, without shipping fees or delivery wait. Our buy prices (what we pay you) are higher than most online buyers because we resell locally instead of melting. Visit or call for today's prices.
Visit South Bay Coin Today
Buying or selling, we are your local coin dealer. Walk in or call for a free quote.