If you have been searching for a coin dealer near Hiawassee, Georgia, the options in the North Georgia mountains are limited and most pay far less than they should. Clemson Coins in Pendleton is the highest buyer and the most trusted and credentialed dealer in the entire region.
Towns County, Georgia was formed in 1856 from portions of Union and Rabun counties and named for George Washington Towns, who served as governor of Georgia from 1847 to 1851. Hiawassee, the county seat, sits on the shores of Lake Chatuge, a reservoir created when the Tennessee Valley Authority completed Chatuge Dam in 1942. Before European settlement, the entire region was Cherokee territory, and the forced removal of the Cherokee people along the Trail of Tears in 1838 opened the mountain lands to Scots-Irish and English settlers who came up through the mountain gaps from the Carolina Piedmont. Those early settlers brought with them the Capped Bust and Seated Liberty silver coins and early Liberty Head gold pieces that still surface in Towns County estate sales today.
The late 19th century brought copper mining to the Towns County region, and the mining operations attracted cash wages and company scrip that circulated alongside the hard money already in use among the mountain farming families. Young Harris College, founded in 1886 in the neighboring community of Young Harris, gave the mountain region an educational anchor that attracted professional families whose estates now surface with collections accumulated over multiple generations. The Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, established in Hiawassee in the 1950s, became a regional gathering point that drew visitors and retirees from across the Southeast, and the influx of newcomers brought new estate collections into the Towns County market.
The completion of Lake Chatuge in 1942 transformed Towns County from a remote mountain farming community into a recreation and retirement destination. The TVA reservoir attracted vacation-home owners and retirees from Atlanta and the Carolina Piedmont, and the resort economy that developed around the lake brought affluent families whose estates now surface with pre-1933 gold coins, pre-1964 silver coins, and currency accumulated over decades of mountain living. The mountain farming families who preceded them had saved hard money in the tradition of Scots-Irish settlers who distrusted banks, and those hoards still surface in Towns County estate sales today.
Today, Hiawassee and Towns County are known throughout the Southeast for Lake Chatuge, the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, and the scenic Blue Ridge Mountain landscape that draws outdoor enthusiasts and retirees from across the region. Towns County estate collections reflect that layered history: early Bust and Seated Liberty silver from the Cherokee-era settlement period, pre-1933 gold coins accumulated during the prosperous 1920s, and pre-1964 silver coins saved through the farming and resort eras. When those collections surface, Clemson Coins in Pendleton is the buyer Towns County estate attorneys and families trust. Clemson Coins is the only PCGS, NGC, PMG, and CACG authorized dealer in the Upstate, and the approximately 1 hour 10 minute drive from Hiawassee via US-76 makes us the closest serious coin buyer to Towns County. Clemson Coins Pays The Most, ALWAYS! Moreover, Clemson Coins has the largest coin and bullion inventory in the entire Upstate. Others pale in comparison.
Clemson Coins and Currency is a trusted place to buy and sell gold near Hiawassee, 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 Hiawassee, GA, sell gold near Hiawassee, 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 Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, Clayton, Blue Ridge, Toccoa, Dahlonega, 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 · CDNX · JHJ · PCGS · NGC · PMG · CACG · CAC · PSA · CGC and more. No other regional dealers match our credentials and professionalism.
Not all coin dealers are the same. Here is what you should look for before you walk in the door.
A reputable dealer will be authorized by the major grading services and industry organizations. At Clemson Coins, we are the only dealer in the region with all of the following authorizations:
Most coin dealers, pawn shops, and gold buyers pay only melt value, the raw metal content of your coin. A true numismatist knows that a 1916-D Mercury Dime, a 1921 Peace Dollar, or a 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent are worth far more than their face value and/or metal content alone. We pay numismatic premiums on coins that deserve them, and we have the expertise to recognize 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. There is no waiting, no mailing, and no uncertainty about when you will get paid.
We purchase a wide range of coins, currency, and precious metals. If you are not sure what you have, bring it in. We look at everything at no charge and with no obligation.
Liberty Head and Saint-Gaudens double eagles, eagles, half eagles, and quarter eagles. Towns 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 Towns 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. Towns 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 Towns County, Clemson Coins actively purchases pre-1933 gold coins, pre-1964 silver coinage, national bank notes from Towns 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 Towns 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!
The process could not be simpler.
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, not a lowball guess.
Accept and get paid immediately. Decline and walk out with your coins. Zero pressure.
Clemson Coins and Currency has the financial strength to purchase your collection or holdings for $500, $5,000, $50,000, $250,000, and up to and over one million dollars without any stories. Just take a look at our recent purchases and judge for yourself where all the big money deals go. Big money knows where to sell.
Towns County has a numismatic legacy shaped by its Cherokee-era settlement history, the copper mining economy of the late 19th century, the Lake Chatuge resort community, and the Young Harris College families who have called the mountains home for generations. Sellers from Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, Clayton, and Cornelia make the drive to Pendleton because the difference in what they receive is real and significant. Towns County estate attorneys regularly refer clients to us when a collection needs a buyer with the expertise to pay numismatic value and the financial strength to close the deal the same day.
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. Towns County estate attorneys regularly refer clients to us because they know we will pay what the collection is actually worth and close the transaction the same day. Every seller who has made the drive from Hiawassee to Pendleton has left with more money than they were offered locally.
550+ five-star Google reviews from real customers across the Upstate.
Unsolicited & Typical Google Reviews
Genuine Google Reviews
All reviews below are genuine, copied directly from our Google Business Profile.
The timeframes shown may differ from when they were originally posted, as they reflect the date we copied and placed them on this page.
Thank you to every customer who took the time to share their experience.
Carol Rudd
4 reviews · 1 photo · 6 weeks ago
"On a whim I decided to stop in with some old gold necklaces that I had been holding on to. I had a few things to pop up (like a vet bill) that I wasn't prepared for. Joe gave me top dollar for my things and I just couldn't be more grateful than I am right now! Thank you Clemson Coins!"
Ezhin Aliahmadiopen
1 review · 0 photos · 17 weeks ago
"I had a great experience at Clemson Coins, Currency, Bullion & Jewelry and highly recommend them to anyone looking to sell gold. I came in with an 18K gold necklace and honestly didn't know what to expect, but the whole process was smooth, and professional from start to finish. They weighed everything in front of me, and gave me a very fair price based on the current market. What really stood out was how respectful and straightforward they were. You can tell they value honesty and customer trust. I also compared offers, and theirs was one of the best in the area. If you're in the Clemson/Pendleton area and want a reliable place to sell gold, this is definitely the spot to go. I'd come back again without hesitation."
Keith Young
5 reviews · 1 photo · 10 months ago
"In closing my parents estate, I discovered old coins my late father had collected. I had no idea what to do and trashing was not an option. I came across Clemson Coins through a Google search and gave it a try. I met Joe and his beautiful wife and both security dogs. Joe was sincere, gracious, honest and very knowledgeable. After looking at my collection of coins, he offered me a number and I was shocked. Joe's heart is in what he does and I could tell. He could have swindled me. Today, I came across an honest businessman and I highly recommend Joe and the business he and his wife have built."
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!"
Tony Sleiman
5 reviews · 1 photo · 6 weeks ago
"With all the hype around Whatnot, TikTok auctions, and online coin sales these days, it's refreshing to have a trusted local coin shop right here in South Carolina that's been in business long before any of those platforms even existed. I've done business with the owner and have always had a great experience. The knowledge, honesty, and inventory are hard to beat. If you've been searching eBay, Whatnot, or online auction sites and can't seem to find what you're looking for, there's a good chance these guys got it. Trust me. Whether you're into coins, currency, bullion, or collectibles, Clemson Coins is the kind of place that's built its reputation the old-fashioned way through years of experience and treating customers right. Highly recommended."
A Marie
4 reviews · 0 photos · 6 weeks ago
"Papa Joe is great, he explained his pricing method and use of kitco.com. I will return!"
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!"
Many customers have told us they visited a North Georgia buyer first, received a number, then drove to us and walked out with significantly more money. We hear that story every day.
Clemson Coins, Currency, Bullion & Jewelry
7611 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC 29670
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
864-502-0100Clemson Coins, Currency, Bullion and Jewelry is located in Pendleton, SC, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes from Hiawassee via US-76 East and US-123 North. We are the closest serious coin buyer to Towns County, and the only dealer in the region with our full suite of credentials. Sellers from Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, and throughout Towns County make the drive regularly because the difference in what they receive is significant.
At Clemson Coins, we buy virtually everything: 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. Towns County estate attorneys and trust officers regularly refer clients to us when a collection needs a serious buyer. If you are not sure what you have, bring it in for a free evaluation with no obligation.
Walk into Clemson Coins in Pendleton during business hours: no appointment needed. Take US-76 East from Hiawassee toward Clayton, then continue on US-123 North into South Carolina and follow US-76 West into Pendleton. We evaluate your coins on the spot, make you a fair offer based on current market prices, and pay you immediately in cash or check. Hiawassee sellers consistently tell us the drive was the most profitable decision they made.
Most coin dealers and pawn shops in the Hiawassee area pay only melt value, the raw metal content of your coin. Clemson Coins pays full numismatic value on coins that deserve it. We are PCGS, NGC, CAC, and CACG authorized dealers. A Hiawassee seller recently brought us a collection that a local buyer had offered melt value on: we recognized several key-date coins and paid substantially more.
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 to get a fair, same-day offer.
Clemson Coins is approximately 1 hour 10 minutes from Hiawassee via US-76 East through the North Georgia mountains into South Carolina, then US-76 West into Pendleton. Customers come from Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, and throughout Towns County because the prices we pay are simply better than anything available closer to home.
See all cities we serve near Hiawassee, GA
We Also Buy From Across State Lines
South Carolina
North Carolina
Call us or fill out the form below. No obligation, no pressure.
Serving Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, and all of Towns County. See all cities we serve near Hiawassee, GA
Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible, or call us directly at 864-502-0100.