Blue Ridge, Georgia is the county seat of Fannin County, a mountain community named for Colonel James Walker Fannin, the Texas Revolution hero who died at the Goliad Massacre in 1836. Fannin County was formed in 1854 from Gilmer and Union counties, and the town of Blue Ridge was established as the county seat in 1855. The county's rugged mountain terrain made it one of the most isolated communities in antebellum Georgia, and the families who settled the Toccoa River valley and the ridges above Lake Blue Ridge accumulated pre-1933 gold coins and pre-1964 silver coins in patterns that reflect the mountain tradition of keeping hard money at home rather than in banks. The earliest coins to circulate in Fannin County were Capped Bust and early Seated Liberty pieces brought by settlers from the Carolina Piedmont and the Georgia lowlands.
The copper mining industry that developed in Fannin County in the late 19th century brought a wave of industrial wealth to the mountains, and the mining families who operated the copper operations accumulated substantial coin collections alongside their industrial earnings. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, which began operations in the early 20th century, connected the isolated mountain community to the broader Georgia economy and brought a new generation of merchants and professionals whose estates now surface with collections accumulated over multiple generations. The Toccoa River and Lake Blue Ridge have made Fannin County a destination for trout fishing and outdoor recreation since the early 20th century, and the families who built vacation homes in the mountains brought their coin collections with them.
The late 20th century transformation of Blue Ridge into an Atlanta vacation home community brought a new wave of wealth to Fannin County, and the older mountain families who had accumulated coins and currency through the farming and mining eras found themselves with estate collections that needed a serious buyer. The Fannin County National Bank and other local institutions issued national bank notes that are actively collected by currency specialists, and the First National Bank of Blue Ridge notes are among the most sought-after in the North Georgia mountain region.
Today, Blue Ridge is a thriving mountain resort community and one of the most popular weekend destinations in the Southeast, and the surrounding Fannin County farmland continues to yield estate collections from families who accumulated coins and currency across multiple generations. When Fannin County estate collections surface, Clemson Coins in Pendleton is the buyer that estate attorneys and families trust. We are the only PCGS, NGC, PMG, and CACG authorized dealer in the region, and the approximately 1 hour 30 minute drive from Blue Ridge via US-76 East makes us the most credentialed serious coin buyer accessible to Fannin County. Clemson Coins Pays The Most, ALWAYS!
Clemson Coins and Currency is a trusted place to buy and sell gold near Blue Ridge, Georgia and the entire region, with the largest inventory of gold coins, silver coins, bullion, and collectible currency. We serve customers looking for gold buyers, gold dealers, silver dealers, coin dealers, and precious metals dealers who offer fair pricing and same-day delivery service.
Whether you are searching for type coins, Gold Eagles, Silver Eagles, 90% silver coins, Morgan Dollars, Peace Dollars, or investment-grade bullion, Clemson Coins provides a strong selection for collectors and investors. All items are available for same-day purchase, and our larger gold inventory can be made available quickly and immediately through our secure local bank storage.
If you are searching online for where to buy or sell gold in Blue Ridge, GA, sell gold near Blue Ridge, or find a reputable coin shop in Northeast Georgia, Clemson Coins and Currency offers experience, transparency, and a professional buying environment. We help customers throughout Blue Ridge, Ellijay, Chatsworth, Blairsville, Dahlonega, Canton, Toccoa, Clemson SC and surrounding North Georgia Mountains and Upstate South Carolina communities. We are the only regional dealer holding all these Vetted memberships with CCE · CDHCD · JHJ · PCGS · NGC · PMG · CACG · CAC · PSA · CGC and more. No other regional dealers match our credentials and professionalism.
Most coin dealers and pawn shops pay only melt value. A true numismatist knows that a key date coin, a 1916-D Mercury Dime, or a 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent are worth far more than their metal content alone. We pay numismatic premiums on coins that deserve them.
You should never have to wait for your money. When you sell to Clemson Coins, you walk out with cash or check in hand the same day.
Liberty Head and Saint-Gaudens double eagles, eagles, half eagles, and quarter eagles. Fannin County mountain estates regularly surface these from the copper mining and farming eras.
Half dollars, quarters, dimes, and dollars from the silver era. We pay full numismatic value, not just melt weight.
American Gold and Silver Eagles, Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, bars, and rounds at competitive prices.
We identify and pay numismatic premiums on key dates that most North Georgia buyers miss entirely.
Large-size notes, silver certificates, gold certificates, Confederate currency, obsolete banknotes, and Fannin County national bank notes.
14k, 18k, and 22k gold jewelry, sterling silver flatware, old mine cut diamonds, and gold watches at fair market prices.
We purchase entire collections in one transaction. No cherry-picking. Fannin County estate attorneys and Atlanta vacation-home families refer clients to us regularly.
We pay strong premiums on certified coins. As authorized dealers for both services, we know exactly what they are worth.
In Fannin County, Clemson Coins actively purchases pre-1933 gold coins, pre-1964 silver coinage, national bank notes from Fannin County banks, Confederate currency, and sterling silver flatware. If you have inherited a set of sterling flatware, a silver tea service, or individual sterling pieces, we pay full melt value and more for recognized patterns.
Many estates today also include American Silver and Gold Eagles in both mint state and proof examples, proof and mint sets, specialty sets, complete and partial sets of Indian Head cents, Lincoln cents, all dimes, quarters and half dollars, and of course Morgan and Peace dollars.
If you are working with an estate attorney or trust officer in Fannin County, we are happy to provide a written appraisal and work directly with counsel to facilitate a smooth transaction.
Clemson Coins, We Pay More, ALWAYS!
No appointment needed. Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 5pm.
We examine each coin for authenticity, grade, and current market value.
A real offer based on live spot prices and numismatic market data.
Accept and get paid immediately. Decline and walk out with your coins. Zero pressure.
Clemson Coins has the financial strength to purchase your collection for $500, $5,000, $50,000, $250,000, and up to and over one million dollars. See our recent purchases and judge for yourself where all the big money deals go.
Fannin County has a mountain heritage that produced substantial estate collections across multiple generations. Sellers from Blue Ridge, Ellijay, Chatsworth, Blairsville, and Dahlonega make the drive to Pendleton because the difference in what they receive is real and significant. Fannin County estate attorneys regularly refer clients to us when a collection needs a buyer with the expertise to identify rare coins and pay what they are actually worth.
Clemson Coins is the only PCGS, NGC, PMG, and CACG authorized dealer in the Upstate, and the only dealer in the region with the full suite of credentials that serious collectors and estate attorneys look for when they need a buyer they can trust. Every seller who has made the drive from Blue Ridge to Pendleton has left with more money than they were offered locally.
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Andrew Bagley
Local Guide · 134 reviews · 131 photos · 3 days ago
"They took the time to answer my questions and had great pricing. I will be back!"
Charles Owens
Local Guide · 23 reviews · 4 photos · 1 week ago
"Come see my man Joe. Was not expecting the integrity and honesty when I walked in. As usual, when you walk into a place and think the worst. Totally opposite of what I was expecting!! Great guy!! Great atmosphere! Wonderful people. Had some gold and coins I needed to off because I was in pinch. I am most definitely coming back to restock! Go see Joe and Terry!! A MUST!!"
Rachel
4 reviews · 6 photos · 3 months ago
"JUST GO TO CLEMSON COINS! Hands down the BEST buyer for your jewelry & coins! I went to a few other places that were enroute to Clemson Coins — let's just say I was offered between 20% and 40% melt value at the other places. Within 5 minutes and no goofing around with acid tests (they have an XRF machine) I was offered more than a reasonable percentage of melt value from Clemson Coins. Don't get GOT at the other places! Worth the drive from Charlotte, NC if that tells you anything! Honest people are hard to find! I won't go anywhere else from now on!"
TMCG
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"Best in the biz, hands down. Best buyers with the very best inventory. No one compares or can compare. Joe & Tracy are incredibly generous and supportive. I come in from Greenville so it's always worth the trip. Thank you Clemson Coins."
B R (Butch)
4 reviews · 5 photos · 2 days ago
"My wife Michele and I stopped by on a whim and spoke with Joe the owner. First of all the shop is fantastic and well stocked with a variety of silver to numismatics. As for Joe and his staff. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. They just gained a customer for life. But who holds down the shop are the adorable Yorkies. We will definitely be back asap. Thank you the great experience. Butch"
Kathy Rasmussen
Local Guide · 71 reviews · 24 photos · 1 week ago
"Very fast and good services prompt and were satisfied with the services provided."
Clemson Coins, Currency, Bullion & Jewelry
7611 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC 29670
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
864-502-0100Clemson Coins in Pendleton, SC is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Blue Ridge via US-76 West. We are the most credentialed coin buyer in the region and the only PCGS, NGC, PMG, and CACG authorized dealer in the Upstate. Sellers from Blue Ridge, Fannin County, and the surrounding North Georgia mountains make the drive regularly because the difference in what they receive is significant.
At Clemson Coins, we buy pre-1933 gold coins, pre-1964 silver coins, American Gold and Silver Eagles, bullion, rare date coins, U.S. and foreign currency, gold and silver jewelry, sterling flatware, and entire collections. Fannin County mountain estate collections are welcome and we pay full numismatic value on every piece that deserves it.
Walk into Clemson Coins in Pendleton during business hours: no appointment needed. Take US-76 East from Blue Ridge toward Clayton, then US-123 North into South Carolina. We evaluate your coins on the spot, make a fair offer based on current market prices, and pay you immediately in cash or check.
Most buyers in the Blue Ridge area pay only melt value. Clemson Coins pays full numismatic value on coins that deserve it. We are PCGS, NGC, CAC, and CACG authorized dealers. Key date coins, certified coins, and rare currency all receive the premiums they deserve.
Coin shows in the North Georgia mountains happen periodically, but show dealers are buying to resell at a profit and rarely pay top dollar. For the best prices and immediate payment, visiting Clemson Coins in Pendleton is your best option. We are open Tuesday through Saturday and you never have to wait for a show date.
Clemson Coins is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from Blue Ridge via US-76 East through the North Georgia mountains into South Carolina. Customers from Blue Ridge and Fannin County make the drive regularly because the prices we pay are simply better than anything available locally.
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