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7160 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
TRUSTED EXPERTS 42 YEARS SAME LOCATION
By Appointment Only, Please Call to Schedule
7160 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
I sold a diamond through these guys, and I was happy with the experience.
It's a quirky shop of duck-print wallpaper and 1980s carpet in a strip shopping center, but with a friendly, if unhurried, owner. You have to call ahead and make an appointment (and prepare to wait for other people ahead of you once you arrive anyway).
I stopped in and didn't expect much. But the owner mentioned he has relationships with local jewelers and other diamond buyers. He took a quick look at my diamond ring and told me he'd let me know if he found anyone interested.
Sure enough, several days later he called me, accurately "guessed" the [low end of the] range I was being offered from other reputable places, and mentioned he thought he could beat it.
A few days after that, he had found a potential buyer. He arranged for the buyer and me to both come in an hour later, and asked me to bring in the diamond's certificate and the independent insurance appraisal doc I had from years before.
I dropped off the ring and left for a bit while he negotiated with the buyer (a "friend" of few words who came with a loupe and jeweler tools). When I returned, the owner offered me a price that was a bit higher than the highest I'd received at various diamond exchange/buyer storefronts, and we did the transaction in cash. I don't know what kind of commission/fee/upcharge he took from the buyer (the owner wouldn't tell me when I asked), but given my other offers, I was content with it and accepted the offer without negotiating (I'm not sure what would've happened if I did, but I didn't have much leverage to push for more).
Recommendation: always get multiple offers from traditional places, but put Jon from ACE on the list to see if he can do better with a third party.
Joey Katzen Via 
Not opened right now, but will be soon. Very helpful on the phone.
Ryan Whyte Via
I aways take my coins to this place very fair and I leave knowing I got my coins worth.thank you!!!!!
Terrie Myrdahl Via
Called john in the morning and he set an appointment for the afternoon. He was on time, corteous,and very knowledgeable. He hands down gave me the best price for the gold I bought in. There is no doubt in my mind I'll be back.
John, you are the man.
Greg J., Garden Grove, CA Via 
Thank you for having integrity and honesty. Grateful to have you as a local business owner
Kim Greene Via
Great experience! I came in with all my gold scraps and jewelry that I no longer wanted. John was very helpful and gave me the best rates in town. Was considering sending in my gold to an online buyer seeings as they usually have the best gold buying rates but American Coin Exchange beat everyone's prices. I will definitely be coming back!
Christine A., Manhattan Beach, CA Via
Excellent place to buy and sell coins.
Sakib Rahman Via
John was very upfront and honest with us. After going to other coin shops we could tell that John is very knowledgeable and gave us a very fair price on our silver China set. We would definitely recommend Johns shop to anyone who is curious about the value of their silver.
M S., Yorba Linda, CA Via
I had some silver coins to sell and based on the reviews selected Jon. My experience could not have been better. He was very knowledgeable and efficient.
Charlie Lanham Via
I was looking to sell some of my silver that Another dealer wasn't willing to buy back from me. I found America Coin Exchange close to my home who was willing to buy it at a good price. Jon helped me out!
Jack T., Huntington Beach, CA Via
BEST COIN SHOP in TOWN !!! John is so patient and answered all....and i do mean ALL my questions . lol . Very good and fair prices on gold and silver ! Come here for all your Holiday needs !! Kids love the coins instead of just a boring card for Christmas .!!!
JoAnna H., Lakewood, CA Via
Did a bit of research. John was more than fair with his offer. I recommend making an appointment.
Kathleen Mccann Via
Great experience. I went in to sell some old coins I had and John was very friendly and helpful. He was able to help me identify the coins and did not make me feel rushed at all. He stayed over an hour past closing to take the time to make sure I was happy with the sale.
I was very happy with the price I sold my coins for. I would recommend America Cojn exchange to others looking to buy or sell their coin collections.
Dave Sprenger Via
John was very polite, and gave great directions to the store. When I arrived he was very helpful! He took the time to check all of my pieces, and gave me a great price. I would return, again, and definitely refer others to this location.
Debra Sellars Via
John was great. Brought in some old coins and he gave me top dollar. Very knowledgeable and explained very well about the coins. Will do business with him again.
Matt S., Huntington Beach, CA Via
My experience here was great! John was willing to work with me on price, and he gave me a much higher evaluation than other buyers. If you're looking for amazing customer service with a honest and fair evaluation, give them a call! You won't regret it.
Justin C., Irvine, CA Via
I felt VERY welcomed, comfortable and safe.
If anyone out there wants the best experience in this field, don't hesitate to call them. You'll be happy you did.
5 stars is not enough...
Thank you for treating me like a human being.
richard christensen Via
John at American Coin Exchange is the man! A rare individual these days - very honest, forthright, fair and kind. I could tell he really cared about me getting the most out of my coins.
I found some coins at an estate sale and wanted to sell them. Not having any knowledge when it comes to collectible coins - I was a little nervous with approaching just any coin shop for advice. After speaking with John for only a few minutes I could tell I was dealing someone with high integrity. I really appreciate that quality in people, not something you see as much as you used to, so I felt the need to leave a review. Very pleased with my experience!
Shaun Hoke Via
It was a fair deal right off the bat, and only took me a few minutes to get my cash. First time selling coins, and I had a "no nonsense" experience. The proprietor is a friendly gentleman named Jon, and he made the whole thing easy. I had a number in my head going in, and it was exactly what he offered me. Jon is clearly a seasoned professional that runs a fair and honest business.
David Lees Via
John was very knowledgeable and personable. Had very fair pricing for some silver coins. I will definitely be back!
Elizabeth Webster Via
I had come across this coin shop trying to sell broken gold jewelry and John was super helpful and gave an awesome fair price! I highly recommend this place of business for not only coins, but jewelry as well. Definitely will be a returning customer.
Ashley Anderson Via
This is my first time exchanging coin and jewelry and I will certainly be back! John was professional and explained each step to me. I was very pleased with our transaction and would highly recommend this business. Thank you!
Cindy M., Irvine, CA Via
I just had an exceptional and professional experience at America Coin! John was friendly and knowledgeable about what I brought in, and left all the typical "sales" service out of it. The shop's atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and John was gave me top dollar for my items. I would absolutely recommend that anyone in the Orange County area come check it out!
Matthew H., Long Beach, CA Via
Great service. The owner, John, super nice. He gave me great prices for my jewelry. I've been here 3 times and will keep coming back.
Heather Ressler Via
What a great guy. A super pleasurable man to deal with. Great attitude and really takes care of his customers. Definitely awesome to see people like this in the coin business.
Tim McAroy Via
Stopped by here to check out the value of some coins I wanted to sell. I chose this placed based on Yelp reviews. I met John who is the owner. Very nice man! Felt very comfortable and answered all my questions. From the research I did prior to coming here he gave me the top of the scale.
marco mrs sw1 Via
I went to this store to see about selling some things, one being an old gold coin. John did several days of researching and due diligence on my coin and I appreciated that. I sold my things through him and he gave me a very fair price. I would definitely go back and use his services if needed in the future.
E Duncan Via
John was very helpful and was the best dealer out of three places i personally checked out. Very quick service offered the most for my gold. I would definitely come back again and refer this place to a friend. he was more knowlegable about gold than the other stores i have been too, a real class act fair and honest and friendly.
Andre Arriola Via
Really great customer service and store environment! John was very knowledgeable and straight to the point. He was able to tell me exactly what something was worth and didn't play the typical "sales" guy. Very professional. Whomever is in the Orange County area, I would definitely recommend America Coin Exchange!
Matthew Hawkins Via
My family's collectables are very important and I wanted to make sure I worked with a business that would take the time to truly value my business, and John at America Coin Exchange did that and more. John is warm and welcoming from the moment you walk in and is quick to answer every question. America Coin Exchange is exceptionally knowledgeable and conducts their business with a personal touch.
I will be entrusting my friends and family to America Coin for our remaining coins and collectibles at home. I highly recommend America Coin Exchange to everyone!
Zachary Anderson Via
There are a lot of gold buyers in Orange County, but this business rises above them all. John went the extra mile to give me a good price and a fair evaluation. This will be the only place I bring my gold and coins from now on!
Aura Khaos Via
John the owner is so nice and helpful. Always a pleasant experience when i come in to his shop. I will drive out of my way to bring my items to him because i get the most money and I'm never disappointed.
Jesse Haid Via
You're never sure what to expect for coin/jewelry purchases and sales, but after working with John on a purchase of some coins, I know where I'll be going in the future. John was helpful, knowledgeable and provided me with the facts I needed to feel comfortable I made a good purchase and a good choice of dealer.
Very friendly on the phone for my initial questions, too. It's nice to be confident about who you're working with.
J Gerard T., Huntington Beach, CA Via
For helpful advice on coins (or precious metals) you can't go wrong here. John's 37+ years of experience gives him the advantage of learned judgement. I'm happy I made the drive over and would recommend his services to anyone.
Garoo M., Huntington Beach, CA Via
John was great !! Answered all my questions and has the best prices in town for both gold and silver. Come for the coins for the kids cards at Christmas. Way better than just a boring old card for the kids to open !!
JoAnna Hayes Via
Best place in town to sell old coins and jewelry by far. Their careful appraisals and customer service are outstanding, but the fact they offer more than anyone else every time keeps me coming back. The space is clean and the owner is very knowledgable. I highly recommend!
Amber Cloud Via
I had a great experience working with John. He carefully explained the transaction to me because, I had never sold my gold before and, he give me sound advice regarding the future sale of some of my other jewelry, artifacts and collectsbles. Overall I had a 5 Star experience and will always use him in the future. Thanks John for helping me. Ray Conrad-Fountain Valley CA
Ray Conrad Via
Excellent customer service. 35 years in the same location. I'll be coming back for more to purchase. They say to buy silver and gold and take possession. John is a good Trustworthy businessman.
Al Yanagisawa Via
Very easy to deal with. Very fair and honest and knowable. Will do futer business with him.
Matt Schenkelberg Via
I went in with my gold coins and sold them america coin had the best prices and service overall great experience come check it out you won't regret it I will be coming back many times in the future
Anthony Martinez Via
Brought in some jewelry that I no longer wear and was offered more than previous offers by $40. I will be coming back to this place if I come across anything else.
Leasha C., Olympia, WA Via
I came into this shop the other day because I am beginning to collect coins as a hobby. I walked in and started to ask the owner questions about coins and collecting, I told him that I am a beginner in coin collecting and would appreciate any advice that he could give me. He then proceeded to give me a crash course on everything from grading a coin to spotting a fake; I appreciate his help in keeping me from getting ripped off. I'm also interested in investing in precious metals. Since I'm a newbie the owner covered dollar cost averaging to take advantage of dips in the spot price of metals to get the most PM's for my dollar. You can really tell that Brad is very knowledgeable and cares about his customers. I look forward to coming back in the future!
Miguel S., Los Angeles, CA Via
John gave me the best price in town. After looking all day I cant be happier with the price he gave us on my jewelry. He such a sweetheart took his time with me to help me understand the process. I will definitely come back if I need to. Thank you John I enjoyed our conversation.
Leilani Carter Via
Great experience. John is very nice and gave me the fairest price I could imagine for my silver coins and 1 silver bar. I was pleasantly surprised.
Marc Faucher Via
Had a wonderful experience. John was incredibly helpful, took the time to answer all my questions, and made me feel comfortable from A to Z. Integrity honesty and fair! Gave me a great price for my stones! And he even stayed late for me! There's no further looking, come here! I'm so thankful I did. And I will be coming back! My go to guys from here on out!
Randi Nichols Via
John, the owner offered us great prices on silver, gold, and coins. Very happy we came in. It is nice to be able to work directly with the owners instead of an employee. My family and I were impressed with John, who was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back. We always recommend America Coin Exchange to our friends and family.
Rachel Lowry Via
John was super helpful and made the buying process very comfortable. The prices were great! I will definitely be coming back for any of my silver or gold transactions. It's nice to see someone who takes time to help me as a customer and doesn't make me feel rushed.
JohnnyV V Via
I had a wonderful experience here with John. He was patient and took his time to explain everything for me.... Most importantly he gave me the best price around. I would recommend him for anyone looking to sell any gold, coins or jewlery.
David Daley Via
Met with John, was really friendly and gave me a great price! Would recommend this to everybody. I will definitely be back!
Jasmine Pearson Via
Very fast and friendly service. John was understanding and knowledgeable. I got a very good price for my items and left happy and with cash!
Erik Thorne Via
I wanted to get an appraisal & possibly sell some coins. I chose this placed based on Yelp reviews.
I met John who is the owner. Very nice man! From the moment I walked in I felt very comfortable. John patiently answered all my questions. From the research I did prior to coming here he gave me the top of the scale prices. I would definitely recommend coming here.
Kari D., Fountain Valley, CA Via
I was looking for cash and appraisal on my precious coins and jewelry and found this local gem, John is very patient and extremely knowledgeable providing fast and professional service, I recomend anyone who is looking for top dollar on their precious items to look no further than America coin & jewelry, I received a very fair estimate for my coins and got the cash I needed. I will definitely keep coming back! Thanks John!
Roy C., Westminster, CA Via
I came in to America Coin Exchange after reading exceptional reviews on Yelp, and I can say working with John is a great experience. Warm and welcoming from the moment I walked in, John treated my business with a personal touch, answering all my general questions and proved to be very knowledgeable. I was offered a terrific rate for my coins, and I will be entrusting my friends and family to America Coin for our remaining coins and collectibles at home. I highly recommend America Coin Exchange to everyone in the Orange County area!
Zachary A., Lake Forest, CA Via
It's been over a year since my first experience and this place is still the best in town. Their careful appraisal of my old coins and jewelry makes me feel quite comfortable and I always feel like I got my money's worth. I cannot say enough about their customer service. Overall I would highly recommend this place!
amber C., Seal Beach, CA Via
Updated to five stars and referring my friend with numismatic coins to John.
Al Y., Long Beach, CA Via
John is very helpful and and was really nice. Gave me a good fair price. Very knowledgeable
E P., Orange County, CA Via
This was the second store I went to looking for the value of my coins. He was very helpful and educated. He gave me more than the other store in Huntington Beach. Very friendly service and I will go there again in the future.
Jennifer G., Fountain Valley, CA Via
I just want to say that I would definitely recommend this place to my friends & family. I had a couple rings that I wanted to sell for some cash and I shopped around for it. This place not only gave me good price, but I found myself interested in all the stuff that was in there. So many cool collectible things that you would never think are sold anywhere. Really friendly people, willing to help, respectful, I will be coming back.
Kris W., Tustin, CA Via
I inherited some coins from my Grandfather. Didn't realize how much they were worth. Took them into America Coin. I really liked the owner, named Jon. I had no idea my coins were worth over $1000! Obviously I sold them. Will be back with jewelry I don't wear anymore. Will report that experience in another review.
Karol M., Irvine, CA Via
First time here, had a excellent selling experience. I called prior, John answered and was very polite, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this specific shop not only for hospitality but also for an honest selling experience. I will be coming back, and looking forward to future business! Thank you John!!
Sana L., La Mirada, CA Via
Great service John was fair price on gold and silver coins Easy to deal with friendly and knowledgeable Thanks again John
Brian R., Anaheim, CA Via
Stopped by America Coin Exchange today and John helped me out. I had some silver coins and he was able to appraise them at a fair value. He was very personable and knowledgeable about the different coins. I will be back again for sure!
Elizabeth W., Huntington Beach, CA Via
When i went here to sell my coins he told me what i had and explained it and he was very knowlegable. john gave me a very good offer and he was a great guy to work with and i highly recommend him.
Alex Chizhikov Via
I love these guys. I keep coming back after 10 years of doing business at America Coin Exchange. They have helped me through the years buying various things. They're very pleasant and professional! I would highly recommend them.
I was really surprised at how much I got for the gold jewelry at America Coin, I called a couple of different places and this one was the best, I do recommend this place for anyone needing extra cash
I am not a collector. So I simply googled selling coins. A few links down I saw America Coin Exchange, located close to my home it was my first choice. John runs the place he is a very nice man. I'm sure he could tell right away I was a bit out of place. I did my research as to the value of what I had. John was very up front with me on what I had. He was very patient with me and answered all my questions. He gave me a very fair price on all my coins and even taut me a thing or two. Honestly I had no interest in coins when I walked in, but now I find myself wondering what else is out there. Overall I give America Coin Exchange a 5 out of 5. Very informative and very helpful. The establishment is very nice and clean and John made me feel welcome. If you have any coins you would like to sell or would like to find some cool coins I'd recommend it.
I was shocked at the amount of money I received for my coins after I had them appraised at America coin. They were professional and made me feel very welcome. These guys don't have a bad bone in there body. Just real nice people. I also had some jewelry I had them look at and was so happy when I found out that it was worth even more than I paid years ago. I definitely would recommend this place for selling any coins or jewelry.
America Coin made it much easier than I expected to sell my coins. I experienced great service and the guy who helped me was very personable and friendly. I will be back here simply because I got a normal price for my items and didn't feel rushed or uncomfortable in any way.
