How Selling Your Coins in Austin Works
Four steps from appointment to payment. No surprises, no obligations, no delays.
Monday–Saturday · 10am–6pm
Call to Schedule
The process begins with a phone call to schedule your appointment at our Austin location. All visits are by appointment, Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm.
When you call, we will help you understand what to bring, give you a general sense of what your material might be worth based on what you describe, and schedule a session with adequate time for your collection.
If you are uncertain whether your coins are worth selling, a quick call is the right first step. Describe what you have and we can advise you before you make the trip across Austin.
We Appraise While You Wait
When you arrive, our buyers will examine your coins in front of you. We do not take coins to a back room or ask you to leave them for later review. Every evaluation happens while you watch.
For a small group of coins, 10 to 20 pieces, the evaluation typically takes 10 to 15 minutes. A collection of 100 coins or a full album runs 30 to 60 minutes. For large estate collections or multiple albums, we schedule a dedicated appraisal block.
Our buyers explain what they are looking at for each piece. If a coin is worth significantly above melt for numismatic reasons, we show you the reference. If a coin is common and worth only melt value, we explain why. Sellers who understand the process make better decisions.
We use magnification, precise scales, and published reference materials including the PCGS Price Guide, CDN Grey Sheet, and current spot prices to ensure accuracy on every piece.
You Get a Written Offer
After evaluating your material, we prepare a written offer itemizing exactly what we pay for each category or significant individual coin. You receive this on paper before we ask for any decision.
The written offer is not a final ultimatum. It is a starting point for a conversation. If you have questions about why we are offering a certain amount, we explain it. If you believe a coin is worth more than we priced it, tell us.
You are free to take the written offer, leave with your coins, and use it to get competing bids. We have no policy that says the offer expires when you leave. The written offer is yours to keep.
If you decline entirely, we hand back your coins and that is the end of it. No hard sell, no pressure, no fee for the appraisal regardless of outcome.
Cash or Wire Same Day
When you accept our offer, we pay in cash on the spot up to our daily cash limit. For transactions above that threshold, we wire funds to your bank account the same business day. Either cash or wire, same day.
Wire transfers are initiated immediately upon your acceptance and typically arrive within a few hours. Sellers who want to verify funds before departing are welcome to wait.
There is no waiting period, verification hold, or delay between your acceptance and your payment. The moment you sign off, we process payment.
What to Bring to Your Appraisal
- The coins themselves in whatever container they are currently stored
- Any original packaging, holders, or cases — do not remove coins from grading service slabs
- Any documentation you have: purchase receipts, prior appraisals, estate documents
- A valid government-issued ID, required for all transactions per Texas law
- Time for a thorough evaluation — rushing leads to underpricing
How Long Does the Process Take?
Appraisal time depends on the size and complexity of your collection. Here are general estimates.
| Collection Size | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| 1 to 5 coins | 5 to 10 minutes |
| 6 to 20 coins | 10 to 20 minutes |
| 21 to 100 coins | 20 to 45 minutes |
| Full album or folder | 30 to 60 minutes |
| Estate collection (multiple boxes or albums) | 1 to 3 hours (dedicated appointment required) |
Process Questions Answered
Yes, all visits are by appointment. Call (737) 200-7042 to schedule your session Monday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm. This allows us to allocate adequate time for your collection and give you our full attention.
Nothing. You take your coins back, keep the written offer, and that is the end of it. There is no charge for the appraisal regardless of outcome, no pressure to accept, and no hard feelings. We would rather give an honest offer and have you leave than inflate a number and deliver a bad experience.
Yes. You are never required to sell everything at once. If you bring 50 coins and only want to sell 20, we will make an offer on those 20. Some sellers prefer to work through large inherited collections over multiple visits.
For large estate collections with 500 or more coins across multiple albums and loose lots, plan on 2 to 3 hours minimum. Call to schedule a dedicated appointment. For very large collections, we may offer to come to you.
Yes. Sellers occasionally bring coins when traveling through or visiting Austin for events, conferences, or family. The process is the same. You will need a valid government ID regardless of where it was issued. Wire transfers are available for sellers who prefer not to carry large amounts of cash.
Yes. There is no charge for appraisals, regardless of whether you sell. We evaluate coins for free because it creates the opportunity to make an offer. The evaluation has no value to us if you do not sell, but we understand that sellers need information before making that decision.
Call Austin Coin Buyers Today
Monday–Saturday · 10am–6pm
(737) 200-7042Appointment required · Call to schedule · Cash or wire same day