Birmingham, the largest city in Alabama, was founded in 1871 during the Reconstruction period following the Civil War. It quickly grew into an industrial center with a focus on railroads, mining, iron, and steel; it was nicknamed “The Pittsburgh of the South” because of similarities in the two cities’ industrial structures.
Doug’s Coins and Jewelry
(205) 870-5921
2907 18th St S
Birmingham, AL 35209
Doug’s is a longstanding Birmingham coin shop known for its wide selection of U.S. and foreign coins, especially key date coins for any level of collector, from beginner to expert. This welcoming shop invites collectors and buyers alike to browse their unique inventory of coins and jewelry. Doug’s Coin Shop is known for knowledgeable service and high quality coins.
Alabama Gold Refinery
(205) 533-8825
1927 29th Ave S
Homewood, AL 35209
Alabama Gold Refinery is a family owned and operated precious metal dealer. Their selection includes gold and silver bullion, 90% silver U.S. coins, silver bullet bullion, Morgan and Peace silver dollars, error coins, certified U.S. coins, paper currency, and gold nuggets. Alabama Gold Refinery is an authorized dealer of White’s metal detectors, and also carries gold testing supplies. They even buy raw gold nuggets found by prospectors.
Southern Coin and Collectibles
(205) 822-4900
1564-A Montgomery Hwy
Hoover, AL 35216
Southern Coin and Collectibles is among the largest gold and silver dealers in Alabama. They buy and sell gold and silver bullion, especially the American Eagle, as well as U.S. coins. Their coin selection ranges from colonial to modern, half-cents to silver dollars, along with proof and mint sets and paper currency. A PCGS and NGC certified dealer and official U.S. Mint distributor, they specialize in graded and modern U.S. coins. Southern Coin also carries other collectibles, such as sports memorabilia.
Coin Castle West
(205) 426-3984
700 Academy Dr., Ste 106,
Bessemer, AL 35022
Coin Castle West buys and sells rare U.S. and foreign coins, jewelry, and gold and silver jewelry. They purchase single coins and entire collections; because they are actively buying from individuals, their inventory is constantly changing. Coin Castle also provides pawn loans and buys all forms of scrap gold. Coin Castle is known for their experienced, knowledgeable staff and fair pricing whether buying or selling.