Gwinnett County was formed in 1818 from Cherokee and Creek territory and named for Button Gwinnett, a Georgia delegate who signed the Declaration of Independence and served briefly as Governor of Georgia before dying in a duel in 1777. Buford, situated in the northern part of Gwinnett County along the Chattahoochee River, was named for Algernon Sidney Buford, president of the Richmond and Danville Railroad, whose line passed through the area in the 1870s. The earliest coins to circulate in Gwinnett County were Capped Bust and Seated Liberty pieces brought by the settlers who claimed the Cherokee and Creek land grants, and the obsolete banknotes issued by Georgia's antebellum banks served as the primary paper currency before the Civil War disrupted the financial system entirely.
The construction of Buford Dam in 1956 by the Army Corps of Engineers created Lake Lanier, which transformed the Buford area from a quiet agricultural community into one of the most popular recreational destinations in the southeastern United States. The lake brought development, tourism, and affluent families to the northern Gwinnett County area, and the estate collections that surface in Buford today reflect both the old farming heritage and the newer suburban prosperity. The Mall of Georgia, which opened in 1999 as one of the largest shopping centers in the Southeast, further accelerated Buford's commercial development and population growth.
Gwinnett County is one of the most diverse and fastest-growing counties in the United States, and the estate collections that surface here reflect the extraordinary range of backgrounds and histories that have converged in this corner of North Georgia. The old farming families whose ancestors worked the Cherokee land grants saved pre-1933 gold coins and pre-1964 silver coins in the Georgia tradition of keeping hard money outside the banking system, and these collections still surface in estate sales throughout the county. The newer affluent suburban families who settled along the I-85 corridor brought estate collections from across the country.
Today, Buford is a thriving community known for Lake Lanier, the Mall of Georgia, and its position as a gateway to the North Georgia mountains. When Gwinnett 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 2 hour drive from Buford via I-85 South makes us the most credentialed serious coin buyer accessible to Gwinnett County. Clemson Coins Pays The Most, ALWAYS!
Clemson Coins and Currency is a trusted place to buy and sell gold near Buford, 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 Buford, GA, sell gold near Buford, 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 Buford, Gainesville, Cumming, Dawsonville, Canton, Athens, Anderson SC, Pendleton SC and surrounding Northeast Georgia and Upstate South Carolina communities. We are the only regional dealer holding all these Vetted memberships with CCE · CDHCD · CDNX · 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. Gwinnett County estate collections from both old farming families and newer affluent suburban residents surface these regularly.
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 suburban Atlanta buyers miss entirely.
Large-size notes, silver certificates, gold certificates, Confederate currency, obsolete banknotes, and Gwinnett 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. Gwinnett County estate attorneys 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 Hall County, Clemson Coins actively purchases pre-1933 gold coins, pre-1964 silver coinage, national bank notes from Hall 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 Hall 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.
Gwinnett County is one of the most diverse and fastest-growing counties in the United States, and the estate collections that surface here reflect the extraordinary range of backgrounds and histories that have converged in this corner of North Georgia. Sellers from Buford, Gainesville, Cumming, Canton, and Winder make the drive to Pendleton because the difference in what they receive is real and significant. Gwinnett 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 Buford to Pendleton has left with more money than they were offered locally.
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Kyle Joslin
5 reviews · 6 months ago
"I drove over an hour to visit this coin shop, and it was absolutely worth it. Joe, the owner, was honest, knowledgeable, and gave very fair prices. After checking buy prices all over South Carolina, his shop had the best rates I could find for both silver and gold. There was no pressure at all, and the entire experience was straightforward and enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back. Highly recommended."
Alex
2 reviews · 1 month ago
"Very nice clean store. Everything is displayed very orderly. Mr. Joe is a very good negotiator and we ended with a fair deal for both parties. Will definitely be back."
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!"
Nina Fedoropen
5 reviews · 0 photos · 11 hours ago
"My husband and I came in today with several coins, silver, and jewelry. Joe was very helpful and knowledgeable, looked through everything and gave us a very fair deal. We will definitely be back in the future. Great experience!"
Jeff Diehl
Local Guide · 21 reviews · 4 months ago
"I went there today for the very first time. Owner was professional and a pleasure to talk to. Extremely honest and fair. He gave me fair market value for my silver. I would not hesitate to recommend his store. You won't find a better and more honest dealer."
Cole Bowers
3 reviews · 1 month ago
"Great customer service, great prices. First time experience but will return for all my precious metals business."
Paige Farral
1 review · 5 months ago
"Great place! I've gone in several times and found some really cool stuff. They have anything you could want at a really good price! I've gone in for different historical coins for my collection but have also purchased rare metals coins from them and they are very fair with the pricing. Additionally they are very helpful and will answer any questions you have about coins, you can tell they want to help you out! Highly recommend!"
Clemson Coins, Currency, Bullion & Jewelry
7611 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC 29670
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
864-502-0100Clemson Coins in Pendleton, SC is approximately 2 hours from Buford via I-85 South. 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 Buford, Gwinnett County, and the surrounding North Georgia communities 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. Gwinnett County estate collections from both old farming families and newer affluent suburban residents often include pre-1933 gold coins and pre-1964 silver coins accumulated over multiple generations.
Walk into Clemson Coins in Pendleton during business hours: no appointment needed. Take I-85 South toward Pendleton. 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 Buford 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 area 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 2 hours from Buford via I-85 South. Customers from Buford and Gwinnett County make the drive regularly because the prices we pay are simply better than anything available locally.
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