If you’re looking to sell coins in the Cincinnati area, the most important decision you’ll make isn’t whether to sell—it’s who you sell to.
The buyer you choose determines whether you get an offer based on what your coins are actually worth today or one based on a glance and a lowball number. That difference can be hundreds or thousands of dollars, depending on what you’re holding.
Quick credibility check
• 40+ years serving Southwest Ohio families
• Free, transparent evaluations (we explain the numbers)
• Authorized PCGS and NGC dealer; ANA member
• Same-day payment if you choose to sell
• 45 minutes from downtown Cincinnati
What We Buy
Xenia Coin Shop has been serving Cincinnati-area sellers for over 40 years. We buy:
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U.S. gold and silver coins: Morgan Dollars, Peace Dollars, Walking Liberty Halves, Mercury Dimes, pre-1933 gold, and everything in between.
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90% silver coins: Pre-1965 dimes, quarters, and half dollars. These are the coins most commonly found in inherited collections.
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Certified coins: PCGS and NGC graded and slabbed coins. We’re authorized dealers for both services.
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Gold and silver bullion: Eagles, Maple Leafs, Krugerrands, bars, and rounds.
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Gold and silver jewelry: Any condition, including broken or outdated pieces.
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Paper money and currency collections.
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Complete estates and inherited collections of any size.
How We Price
Most buyers rely on outdated price guides or quick melt-value calculations. We don’t.
Every offer we make is grounded in real market data. We reference current Greysheet pricing, live auction results from Heritage Auctions and Stacks, recent verified eBay sales, and PCGS/NGC price guides updated with actual transaction data. That means you’re getting an offer based on what buyers are paying right now—not what a reference book from last year says.
We also catch details that other buyers miss. A mint mark that changes a coin’s value by hundreds of dollars. A die variety that most dealers don’t know to look for. The difference between a cleaned coin and one with original surfaces. These details matter, and they directly affect what your collection is worth.
What to Expect When You Visit
The process is straightforward. Bring your coins—or jewelry, bullion, or entire collection—to our shop in Xenia. No appointment needed.
We’ll go through everything with you. We examine each piece, explain what we’re looking at, and show you how we determine value. You’ll see the data, understand the numbers, and know exactly where the offer comes from.
If you decide to sell, you leave with payment the same day—cash or check. If you want to think about it, take the information home. No pressure, no expiration on the offer, no games.
The evaluation is always free.
Why Cincinnati Sellers Drive to Xenia
We’re located at 30 W 2nd St in Xenia—about 45 minutes north of downtown Cincinnati via I-71 and US-35. Cincinnati-area families regularly make the drive because the difference in what they receive is worth the trip.
Pawn shops and generic gold buyers in the Cincinnati area typically pay melt value or less, with wide margins. They’re not equipped to evaluate numismatic premiums, key dates, or condition-sensitive pieces. A professional coin dealer will consistently offer more because they understand what makes coins valuable beyond their metal content.
We’re ANA members, PCGS and NGC authorized dealers, and active in the Ohio Precious Metals Association. Our reputation is built on 40+ years of fair dealing, transparent pricing, and strong relationships with families across Southwest Ohio.
Serving the Greater Cincinnati Area
We buy coins from sellers throughout Cincinnati, Mason, West Chester, Blue Ash, Loveland, Milford, Lebanon, Hamilton, Middletown, Fairfield, Florence, Covington, Newport, and surrounding communities in Ohio and Northern Kentucky.
Whether it’s a single coin or an entire estate, you’ll get the same thoroughness and respect.
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FAQ
Q: Do you buy single coins, or only collections?
A: Both. We regularly buy everything from one coin to full estates.
Q: Do you buy silver coins and 90% junk silver?
A: Yes. We buy pre-1965 U.S. silver dimes, quarters, and half dollars every day.
Q: Do I need an appointment?
A: No appointment needed. Walk in during business hours.
Q: How long does an evaluation take?
A: Small groups can be quick; larger collections take longer. We’ll walk you through what we’re seeing.
Q: Do you buy gold jewelry too?
A: Yes. We test and price jewelry based on karat, weight, and current spot price.
Stop In or Call:
Xenia Coin Shop
30 W 2nd St, Xenia, OH 45385
(937) 376-2807
Hello, do you appraise coin errors? I have a penny with what appears to be struck with a partial design of a different coin. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you for your time, David.