Finding Coin Collecting Clubs Near Me

If you are looking for coin collecting clubs near me, there are many to choose from. Some offer meetings, educational seminars and kids’ activities to attract younger collectors. Many also have monthly coin shows, in which you can buy, sell or trade coins with dealers.

You can find a coin club by searching online. Type your city and “coin club” into a search engine to get a list of local groups. If there are no groups in your area, you can join a national organization such as the American Numismatic Association (ANA). Membership connects your group with 300 other clubs, and gives you access to a variety of resources, including educational seminars and opportunities for displaying and evaluating your collection.

The ANA also has a code of ethics that helps to mediate disputes between members. Another option is to check the classified ads of your local newspaper or online versions of the local news. The “Coins” section of these is often a good place to start, as many people who are not in coin clubs will advertise there to buy or sell on a private basis. Beware that these dealers may not be as careful in grading or researching a coin’s value and might cherrypick coins for their own gain.

A good place to shop for a dealer is at a national or local coin show, where there are dozens of dealers all competing to buy and sell coins. These dealers can usually be trusted, and you can often negotiate prices.