Whether you are a lifelong collector, an estate executor, or someone who just found a box of old coins in the attic, Clemson Coins, Currency and Bullion in Pendleton, South Carolina is your best first — and last — stop in Upstate SC.
We buy virtually everything related to coins, currency, bullion, and precious metals. Here is a complete guide to what we purchase, what makes each category valuable, and why sellers across Greenville, Anderson, Clemson, Spartanburg, and beyond consistently choose us.
Graded & Key-Date Coins
PCGS, NGC, CACG, CAC certified coins represent the gold standard in numismatics with ANACS and ICG still respected but to a lesser degree. A graded coin has been authenticated, evaluated for condition, and sealed in a tamper-evident holder with a grade from 1 to 70. We are PCGS Dealer Members, NGC Authorized Dealers, CACG Authorized Dealers as well as CAC Authorized Dealers — meaning we know exactly what certified coins are worth and we pay accordingly.
Key-date coins are the rare dates within common series that command significant premiums. A 1909-S VDB Lincoln cent, a 1916-D Mercury dime, or a 1921 Peace dollar in fine condition can be worth hundreds to thousands of dollars. We identify key dates across every U.S. series and pay full collector value — not just melt value.
American Gold Eagle Coins
American Gold Eagles are the official gold bullion coin of the United States, produced by the U.S. Mint in four denominations: 1 oz, 1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, and 1/10 oz. We are always paying very strong prices for Gold Eagles in any quantity — whether you have a single coin or a monster box of 500.
Proof Gold Eagles with original boxes and certificates of authenticity carry additional collector premiums above their gold content. We evaluate each coin individually and pay accordingly.
Silver Bullion Coins
Silver bullion coins — including American Silver Eagles, Canadian Maple Leafs, Austrian Philharmonics, and generic silver rounds — are priced based on their silver content relative to the current spot price at Kitco.com. We stock silver bullion regularly and buy it at strong premiums.
American Silver Eagles in particular carry a collector premium above melt value, especially older dates, proof issues, and coins in original mint packaging.
90% Junk Silver Coins
Pre-1965 U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars contain 90% silver. These are commonly called "junk silver" — not because they are worthless, but because they trade based on silver content rather than collector value. At current silver prices, a $1.00 face value bag of 90% silver coins contains approximately 0.715 troy ounces of silver.
We buy junk silver by the roll, bag, or box. Bring in your old change — it is worth far more than face value.
Old American Gold Coins
U.S. gold coins were minted from the early 1800s through 1933, when President Roosevelt called in privately held gold. These coins — including $2.50 Quarter Eagles, $5 Half Eagles, $10 Eagles, and $20 Double Eagles — are now rare historical artifacts as well as gold bullion.
Common dates trade near their gold melt value. Rare dates, low-mintage issues, and coins in high grades can be worth multiples of their gold content. We evaluate every old gold coin for both melt value and collector premium.
Rolls and Tubes of Coins
Original bank-wrapped rolls and sealed tubes of coins are among the most exciting items we see. Unopened rolls may contain key dates, high-grade examples, or coins with original mint luster that dramatically increases their value. We pay strong premiums for original, unopened rolls — never break a roll open before having it evaluated.
Morgan & Peace Silver Dollars
Morgan dollars (1878–1921) and Peace dollars (1921–1935) are among the most actively collected U.S. coins. Value is driven by date, mint mark, and condition. Common dates in circulated condition are worth their silver content plus a modest premium. Key dates — like the 1893-S Morgan or the 1921 Peace dollar — can be worth thousands in any grade.
We buy silver dollars individually, in rolls, and in bulk. We know every date and mint mark combination and pay accordingly.
Proof and Mint Sets
U.S. Mint proof sets from 1964 and earlier contain 90% silver coins and are worth meaningful premiums. Pre-1936 proof coins are rare and highly collectible. Modern proof sets from 1965 onward are generally worth modest amounts above face value unless they contain key dates or are in exceptional condition.
Bring in your proof and mint sets — we will tell you honestly what each one is worth.
Foreign Gold & Silver Coins
World coins with precious metals content are always worth evaluating. Popular collectible world gold coins include South African Krugerrands, Canadian Maple Leafs, Mexican Gold Pesos, British Sovereigns, and Austrian Coronas. World silver coins — including pre-decimal British coinage, pre-1967 Canadian silver, and Mexican silver pesos — trade based on their silver content.
Rare world coins in any metal can carry significant collector premiums. We evaluate all world coins for both melt value and numismatic value.
National Bank Notes
National Bank Notes were issued between 1863 and 1935 by thousands of individual banks across the United States. Each note bears the name of the issuing bank and city — making them highly sought after by regional collectors. A note from a small South Carolina bank may be extremely rare and worth far more than its face value.
If you have any National Bank Notes, do not sell them without getting a specialist opinion. We have been buying National Bank Notes for decades and pay full collector value.
$500 and $1,000 Bills
The 1928 and 1934 series $500 and $1,000 Federal Reserve Notes are actively collected and can be worth significant premiums over face value depending on condition, Federal Reserve district, and serial number. High-grade examples are particularly desirable. We buy all large-denomination currency and pay based on current collector market data.
We have written a dedicated guide on exactly what these notes are worth and what to look for — read our full post: [What Is a $500 or $1,000 Bill Worth?](/blog/high-denomination-bills-500-1000)
Large-Size & Rare Currency
All United States paper money issued before 1929 is considered large-size currency — these oversized notes are significantly more collectible than modern small-size notes. Large-size Silver Certificates, Gold Certificates, Legal Tender Notes, and Federal Reserve Notes from the late 1800s and early 1900s can be worth hundreds to thousands of dollars depending on type, series, and condition.
We buy all large-size U.S. currency and evaluate every note for both type rarity and condition.
Foreign & Canadian Currency
Older world banknotes — particularly pre-World War II issues from Europe, Asia, and Latin America — can carry strong collector premiums. German hyperinflation notes, pre-revolutionary Chinese banknotes, Imperial Russian currency, and early Canadian Dominion notes are among the most actively collected. We evaluate all world paper money and pay based on current collector market values.
Why Sell to Clemson Coins?
We have the knowledge, the credentials, and the financial resources to pay you more than any other dealer in Upstate South Carolina:
- Vetted members of CCE, CDHCD, JHJ, PCGS, NGC, PMG, CACG & CAC, PSA, CSG and more — no other Upstate dealers match our credentials
- Licensed precious metal dealer by the Sheriff's Department in Pendleton and Anderson, South Carolina
- Two State-Of-The-Art XRF X-Ray Precious Metal Analyzers & two Sigma Precious Metal Verifiers — most dealers still use acid
- Subsidiary of Barringer Precious Metals — bullion gold/silver and 90% silver coins always in stock
- Nationwide network of thousands of coin, jewelry, bullion & stamp dealers built over 50+ years experience
- Scales calibrated annually — honesty & integrity with every transaction
- Immediate payment on the spot for all purchases — no waiting, no pressure
- 450+ Google Reviews attesting to our friendly, honest service and highest prices paid
- Few dealers have our financial resources and we're always here buying at top dollar. Remember...We Pay More, Always! Seven figure and smaller collections always welcome.
Clemson Coins, Currency and Bullion Pendleton, South Carolina — convenient to Greenville, Anderson, Clemson, Easley, Pickens, Spartanburg, and all of Upstate SC.
Walk in any time. No appointment needed.
We Pay More, Always.