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The Birth of American Money: Colonial Coinage

Imagine living in early colonial America—there’s no paper money, and coins are few and far between. Instead, everyday trade is handled through barter: your bushels of grain for someone else’s tobacco, or perhaps a few fish for gunpowder. This was daily life in the 1600s and early 1700s. But as the colonies expanded and began […]

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Skokie Coins: Your Trusted Buyer for All Forms of Gold

Looking to sell gold? Skokie Coins is a leading precious metals buyer in the Chicagoland area, offering fair prices, accurate appraisals, and expert service for anyone interested in turning gold into cash—quickly and confidently. What Gold Does Skokie Coins Buy? Everything. No matter the form, condition, or amount, Skokie Coins is ready to evaluate and […]

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Skokie Coins: Your Trusted Buyer for All Forms of Silver

If you’re looking to sell silver in any form, Skokie Coins is the go-to destination in the Chicagoland area. With decades of experience in precious metals, this reputable dealer is known for offering fair prices, expert appraisals, and a welcoming, no-pressure environment. What Silver Does Skokie Coins Buy? All of it. Whether you’re holding a […]

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We Buy Hawaiian Coinage – Skokie Coin Shop

Skokie Coins is eager to acquire Hawaiian collectible coins and banknotes, highlighting Hawaii’s remarkable history and its unique legacy within American numismatics. We’re actively seeking to purchase these rare and valuable pieces from collectors and individuals who wish to share in the preservation of Hawaii’s fascinating currency history. Between 1847 and 1898, Hawaii issued its […]

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We Buy Colonial Coinage – Skokie Coin Shop

In the earliest days of the American colonies, there was little need for coins. The barter system was the primary method of trade, with colonists exchanging furs, grain, fish, tobacco, gunpowder, and musket balls to acquire daily necessities and comforts. As the colonies expanded and trade with foreign nations increased, coins began to gain importance […]

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