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Antique Jewelry & Coin Shops in Santa Cruz, CA

4 of the 14 antique stores we list in Santa Cruz have jewelry & coins. A general antique-store listing tells you nothing about whether the shop actually deals in jewelry and coins versus furniture and glassware — that specialty usually only shows up buried in reviews or not at all. Every shop here has jewelry or coin dealing confirmed from its own site or posted signage, so you're not guessing from a generic category tag.

Auntie Tillie's Antiques & Vintage Multi-dealer mallJewelry & coins

2800 S Rodeo Gulch Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Website Directions

L H Selman Jewelry & coins

123 Locust St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3907

+18314271177 Directions

Serpent's Kiss Jewelry & coins

703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 423-5477 Website Directions

Ask for a loupe and a scale before you buy. Reputable jewelry and coin dealers expect the question and will let you inspect hallmarks, purity stamps, or mint marks up close; a shop that resists a basic inspection is worth a second thought.

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Do antique shops buy old coins?
Many antique and jewelry shops that deal in coins will buy or trade them, though pricing depends on the coin's rarity, condition, and metal content rather than age alone. Specialized coin dealers or coin shows typically offer more accurate appraisals than a general antique store.

How can I tell if antique jewelry is real gold or silver?
Look for a hallmark or purity stamp such as 14K, 18K, 925, or a maker's mark, though stamps can wear off or be missing on very old pieces. A jeweler can confirm metal content with an acid test or electronic tester, which is worth doing before paying a premium price.