Carlsbad is a picturesque seaside town located in California’s Pacific Coast. The Village by the Sea, as the locals call it, lies 87 miles south of Los Angeles and 35 miles north of the heart of San Diego. Its first residents were the Luiseno people, who made use of the area’s freshwater creeks. European explorers met these native villagers in 1769, but settlement didn’t begin until former sailor John Frazier dug a well in the area during the 1880s. Its fresh water and fertile soil helped Carlsbad establish an enviable agricultural industry that specializes in citrus fruits, olives, and avocados.
Today Carlsbad is an affluent city that boasts many top corporate businesses and tourist resorts. Many of the city’s residents and even visitors look to boost their financial portfolios at its local coin shops.
Markham Numismatics
(800) 953-3027
539 Carlsbad Village Drive #100
Carlsbad, CA 92008
As a boy, Howard Markham accompanied his father to coin stores and shows. This ignited a passion that would lead to his life’s work. Now with more than 30 years of experience, including a tenure grading coins for the Professional Coin Grading Service, he presides over Markham Numismatics. The store is open by appointment only, which allows Markham to give all customers the personalized and professional service that they need. Markham Numismatics sells a range of rare coins which includes PCGS and NGC graded Morgan dollars, Silver Eagles, and foreign coins.
Guy Stuff
(760) 434-9090
507 Grand Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Guy Stuff offers a more masculine alternative to traditional antiques stores. Its specialty range features rare coins, historic documents, and weapons including firearms, swords, and knives. Guy Stuff boasts a large inventory that grows almost every day. Knowledgeable proprietor Bob Perkins is so well-respected in the industry that he’s featured on the History Channel’s series Pawn Stars.
Carlsbad Village Coins
(760) 434-6601
2977 State Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Carlsbad Village Coins is a small, privately-owned coin shop that has traded in Carlsbad for more than 40 years. Store owner Danny Ray employs a small team of knowledgeable and ethical staff members. Carlsbad Village Coins carries American and international coins, currency, and bullion including American Buffalo and American Silver Eagle coins. These rare coins are complemented by Carlsbad Village Coins’ range of coin collecting supplies.