Banner Coin Exchange

Banner Coin Exchange PITTSBURGH'S PREMIER BUYER OF RARE COINS & SCRAP JEWELRY Locally owned, Banner Coin Exchange Inc. We give top dollar for your coins, jewelry, silver, etc.

WHO WE ARE
Receive the cash you need in a matter of minutes with currency exchange at our shop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. has provided customers with quality service for more than 50 years. At our shop, you always receive an honest, reliable quote without any fluff. We're upfront and tell you the best price that we can offer for your valuables. Come see why our clients call us Pittsburgh's number-one place to sell your gold.

05/05/2022

The jewelry business is one that requires great skill, talent, and knowledge. We do not buy or sell jewelry, but if you are in the market to buy, be sure you learn a few things before buying your new piece, to ensure you are getting a good value.

05/03/2022

One easy way to spot a fake diamond is to simply breathe on it. A real diamond will only fog up for a few seconds. Glass will fog up for a much longer time, and other cut quartz or fake stones will also hold the moisture longer.

04/28/2022

Check our backgrounds. We want you to know you're getting a qualified appraisal. We have specialized jewelry backgrounds and are Graduate Gemologists. Don't trust your jewelry to anyone who isn't certified.

04/26/2022

Did you know that during the Middle Ages, garnet gemstones were used as a remedy for the plague? Named after a pomegranate seed due to its color and shape, this gem was believed to warn its owner of approaching danger and trouble by changing its color.

04/21/2022

What are some of the most common enhancements that gemstones receive? Heat treatments to improve or change color, fill to smooth the outer surface of the stone or to stabilize inner inclusions, irradiation to change gemstone color, and wax coatings to improve the finish of the gemstone.

04/19/2022

A jewelry appraisal is, by definition, “the average cost of what an item would sell for in a particular jurisdiction.” However, the value isn’t necessarily based solely on research, but on what the appraiser feels the item is worth or will sell for.

04/14/2022

When you aren’t sure about the value of your jewelry collection, it can be difficult to decide whether it’s worth insuring. While we can’t make your decision for you, we can help you learn more about what your jewelry is truly worth.

04/12/2022

A piece of jewelry may have many different values, depending on the purpose of your appraisal. For example, the replacement value would be different than the fair market value. There is also liquidation value, market comparison, damage assessment, and hypothetical appraisals for loss of undocumented items.

04/07/2022

Is your insurance company disputing the value you listed for a particular piece of jewelry in your collection? In many cases, supplying them with an appraised value can help you to come to an understanding about the value.

04/05/2022

Many things are considered when appraising gemstones. It will be noted whether it is a natural or synthetic gem, and we will also check for any gemstone enhancements. Enhancements include fracture filling, heat treatment, glass infilling, deep diffusion treatment, coating, irradiation, paraffin coating, and dye.

03/31/2022

Imitation stones are usually made of plastic or glass, rendering them hard to detect with the naked eye. Having your gemstone examined by a gemologist will help you determine if you have an authentic gemstone.

03/29/2022

While some merchants may offer you a free appraisal with your jewelry purchase, it’s generally recommended that you get a second opinion. This way, you will get an in-depth, unbiased, accurate appraisal.

Address

404 Smithfield Street
Pittsburgh, PA
15222

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+14123857884

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