Category Archives: EVANSTON COIN SHOP

BUYING ALL COLLECTIBLE COINS – THREE CENT COIN

Oakton Coins is buying all collectible coins / paper money (U.S. and world), all forms of gold & silver. The US 1871 three cent coin, also known as the trime, is a small and unique denomination that holds a special place in American numismatic history. This coin was minted during a period of significant societal […]

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BUYING ALL COLLECTIBLE COINS – FEUCHTWANGER’S CENT

Oakton Coins is buying all collectible coins / paper money (U.S. and world), all forms of gold & silver. The Feuchtwanger’s cent is a unique and intriguing coin that holds a significant place in American numismatic history. It was minted during a time of economic and monetary experimentation in the United States, making it a […]

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BUYING ALL COLLECTIBLE COINS – LIBERTY SEATED QUARTER

Oakton Coins is buying all collectible coins / paper money (U.S. and world), all forms of gold & silver. The US 1853 quarter, also known as the Liberty Seated Quarter, is a coin that holds both historical and numismatic significance. This particular coin was minted during a pivotal era in American history, as the nation […]

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OAKTON COINS & COLLECTIBLES – WHAT IS COIN COLLECTING?

Coin collecting, also known as numismatics, is the practice of collecting coins or other forms of currency, such as paper money, tokens, and medals. Coin collectors may focus on a particular era, country, or type of coin, or they may collect a broad range of coins. Collectors often find the historical and cultural significance of […]

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OAKTON COINS & COLLECTIBLES – EVANSTON’S TRUSTED COIN SHOP SINCE 2014

What Is Oakton Coins & Collectibles? Oakton Coins & Collectibles is a family-owned coin dealer that opened in 2014 in Skokie, Illinois, and serves Chicago’s North Side and surrounding suburbs. What We Buy & Sell Coins & Paper Money – U.S. and world currency, high-grade and low-grade, entire collections Precious Metals – Gold, silver, platinum, […]

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WHAT’S THE REAL PRICE?

When venturing into the realm of online coin pricing, it becomes crucial to discern between three distinct categories: real-world pricing, wishful-thinking pricing, and clickbait pricing. Navigating the vast expanse of the internet, coin sellers often encounter challenges in finding accurate and reliable coin prices due to the prevalence of wishful-thinking and clickbait pricing. Wishful-Thinking Pricing […]

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GOLD AND PRECIOUS METALS

Our goal is always to give you the best price for your gold or precious metals; we regularly make the highest offers for jewelry in Evanston. YOUR GOLD & PRECIOUS METALS EXPERTS We know that oftentimes the items that our clients want to sell have more than just “gold” or “scrap” value, which is why […]

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EVANSTON’S MOST TRUSTED AUTHORITY ON COINS

Oakton Coins is Evanston’s most trusted authority on coins, and precious metals. Oakton Coins & Collectibles – Buying and selling all collectible coins / paper money (U.S. and world), all forms of gold & silver, bullion, estate jewelry, militaria, and more. We are Evanston’s leading coin and gold buyer, with a reputation for integrity, honesty, and […]

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30 COLLECTIBLES THAT ARE NOW WORTHLESS

30 collectibles that are now worthless COLLECT CALL….. Many of us hold onto things for years, sometimes decades, believing our “treasures” — well-considered purchases made for investment, collections methodically assembled, or even family heirlooms — will yield big rewards. Some take pride of place on the mantel; others are stored away in boxes that crowd […]

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