Columbia is the fourth most populous city in Missouri and located near the Missouri River. The city, which is in Boone County, is where many popular schools, including Stephens College, Columbia College, and the University of Missouri, are located. The city is also known for the numerous outdoor activities that one can enjoy in the parks and forests in the surrounding area, including Mark Twain National Forest, Big Muddy National Fish and Wildlife Refuge, and Rock Bridge State Park.
Columbia is noted for its growing arts and culture scene. The city has many museums including the Museum of Art and Archaeology. This museum has over 14,000 objects spanning from Roman and Greek artifacts to current American artwork that are all completely free for visitors to enjoy. The city is also home to the Missouri Theatre Center for the Arts, which is the only pre-Depression movie palace remaining in the city. Here, guests can enjoy performances by the Missouri Symphony Orchestra, as well as ballets, ice shows, and musicals.
Midwest Rare Coins & Jewelry
(573) 442-7417
601 Business Loop 70 W, Suite 133
Columbia, MO 65203
Midwest Rare Coins & Jewelry deals in buying and selling jewelry and coins. They will buy and sell gold, silver, rare coins, collectible coins, diamonds, pocket watches, and jewelry supplies. Not only do they deal with United States rare coin and currency, but they deal with foreign coin and currency, as well. Midwest Rare Coins & Jewelry has a very large selection of coins in their store, and they also occasionally list some of their products online.
Show Me Rare Coins
(573) 881-6933
PO Box 418
Columbia, MO 65205
Show Me Rare Coins helps coin collectors throughout the Columbia area buy and sell United States paper money and coins. Collectors and buyers can set up an appointment with the store to learn more about how the store can help in appraising, consulting, and guidance. While Show Me Rare Coins doesn’t have a very large online presence, they are known for their excellent customer service.
Columbia Coin & Stamp
(573) 445-1715
405 Bernadette Drive, Suite C
Columbia, MO 65203
Columbia Coin & Stamp deals with stamps, coins, jewelry, and precious metals. They also carry a large selection of coin and stamp supplies to help collectors organize and display their valuables. The store is a member of the American Philatelic Society, which is the world’s largest nonprofit stamp collecting foundation, and a member of the American Numismatic Association, which has over 28,000 members.
Amerigems
(573) 449-4367
1408 Interstate 70 Drive SW
Columbia, MO 65203
Amerigems combines three generations of precious gems and precious metals knowledge. They’re happy to arrange purchases for silver and gold bullion for their customers. Since they have business relationships with refiners across the country, they’re able to offer low fees. Amerigems requires a 10-ounce minimum to make a bullion purchase. The company is also always interested in buying items related to the gem, precious metals, and jewelry industry. They’ll buy silver, gold, jewelry, coins, and more.