I was simply interested in finding out some information regarding a few coins and to my surprise, I ended up with a priceless educational experience. This place was amazing and the knowledge demonstrated by a gentleman named Pat was surreal! Expect to be treated with courtesy and willingness to assist but more so willingness to educate! I would highly recommend this establishment and appreciated the amazing service and experience! In summary, exceptional! read more

We came early to check because my dad wants to buy some tube for he penny but after we wait but no one came to open the door

This business must be permanently closed. Website is inactive, no one answers phone during posted business and no voice mail, just rings. Also, no response from inquiry through Yelp. read more

my husband , a US Marine loved this shop. he passed in 2023 . i brought some of his collection to sell and found such a family friendly place.my husband would have approved my sellings such nice kind and knowlwdgable owner ! thank you!! I will be coming back ! read more

Pat is amazing person. He's very knowledgeable and coins and stamps. Thank you i will be coming back. read more

Gables Coin & Stamp Shop - Peace colorized - Hobby Shops Near Me - Miami, Florida

The perfect trap to waste your time. I sorted thru a whole box of loose coins categorized as circulated and separated 10 so i offered $20. The old man could not sell on the spot because he had to price individually. Seriously, he is wasting customers time who basically are doing his work and charging them for it. AVOID read more

Sold silver coins, $2K. Great staff, it was crowded, but they move through the group. There the only response to give me the formula .71 silver per dollar. Parking is a little work, but worth the time. I didn't but anything, but did walk out with cash If you can't work with them, check yourself. Its a little slow, but its coins, takes some time. RA read more

I sent pictures of a special watch, and gave the. A few days to come back with price. I have gold and platinum to sell, coins and bars. These guys failed to keep original commitments of answers , and ultimately after almost 2 weeks correspondence , they have no answer , I flew out of Miami after giving this place a chance , for a week. This is over $50k of business they never completed. My advice: stay away read more

While my wife was cleaning out some of her mom's clutter accumulated over the years, she found a lot of coins, including some silver dollars from the 19th century! Not knowing much about coin collection, I spun the Yelp wheel to find Gables Coin & Stamp Shop. I stopped in with the coins in tow while visiting an arts festival nearby. The gentleman behind the counter was very helpful and knowledgeable. He went into detail to explain how the aforementioned silver dollars weren't as valuable as I thought *dreams dashed* He did, however, provide us with papers showing what coins ARE valuable, as we have more stashed away coins to sift through. I will definitely return here when the time is right. read more

Gables Coin & Stamp Shop - Wow some coins are valuable! - Hobby Shops Near Me - Miami, Florida

Went in to sell some silver pieces. The owner took care of me as if I was a regular. He was careful and accurate.

I had a phenomenal experience at this shop. They owner was very kind and answered all my questions. I ended up buying a 2009 Gold Buffalo from the shop. They had so many rare coins and options to choose from. If you're in the area, definitely pass by. read more

If you collect coins, buy silver, or buy gold, this is the best (if not the only) place in Miami dade county to buy this kinda stuff at a fair price. The guy who works here is Pat. He sits in the back, while the less social guy who hands you things and makes the sale is mans the counter. I have come here for a long time to collect coins and recently found that Pat is not only super helpful, but knows all kinds of ins and outs to get you the best deal. Now, granted, this is not the run of the mill restaurant review, but this place is definitely rated highly since the only other places I know in Miami are definitely more shady, have less of a selection, Have a terrible staff, or generally just try to hustle you. 5/5. This place is 5/5 because: 1: location 2: helpfulness of staff. One of which is clearly passionate about his work. 3: pricing is fair. No hassles or hustling. 4: big selection. 5: is the only place in Miami dade like it. read more

Are you looking for rare coins? Silver coins? What about foreign coins? From Australia? Even Cuba? This place got a lot of it, inside this tiny store located on the Miracle Mile. No, it is not an entirely exhaustive collection that would make the Fed Reserves look skimpy, but since the Miracle Mile is a place some tourists go to experience the upscale Gables, this coin shop is probably (my guess) one of the more popular coin shops in Miami. Some people probably would love to learn a lot about these historical coins especially since, in a way, it speaks of Miami's diversity that has contributed to the variety of coins within this shop. read more

I went at their opening time of 10:30, waited outside 45 minutes , called . No one ever showed up to open the shop . Put up a sign if you're on vacation or leave a recording. You wasted 2 hours of my time. I'll sell my items elsewhere read more

Gables Coin was a recommendation on the NextDoor app and what I can tell you is it was one heck of a good recommendation! Pat, the owner, was absolutely amazing! Very informative and thorough, explained the process to me as well when he was testing the gold and silver and does it old school, which is always great to see! I highly recommend anyone looking for a fair appraisal on gold, silver, coins, etc. and show support for small businesses! read more

I have been pleased whenever I have gone to sell some coins here. Pat the owner & his staff are very friendly & willing to help. Plus they are open six days of the week which helps if someone works full time. read more

Funny how I wait till 2019 to review this place when the first time I visited was sometime in the late 1970s (with my parents). One of the few local places where you can browse old coins (i.e. half cents, large cents, trade dollars, various seated liberties, etc.). The inventory and prices are still among the best around. read more

Great collection and knowledgeable staff! They were nice and patient and answered all of my questions.

Stopped in here today. The guy behind the counter was extremely nice. They had a very large selection. It's extremely hard to find a dealer in this area. I can't wait to go back when I have more time. read more

This place is great! These guys are so knowledgeable. Anything you would want- you will find here.

I know and trust these guys, kind of like family. Pat is a great, kind, honest, loving father and grandfather. My father and I have worked with Gables Coin for more than 30 years. One time I picked up some silver and the guys accidentally undercharged me. I didn't notice but the next week they politely told me about their mistake. I paid them what I owed and bought some silver. A couple of days later I found a clad half in a sleeve I bought. The next week, no questions, a sincere apology and they replaced it. I trust them with all of my precious metal purchases and so should you. A pawn broker might try to buy your stuff way below value. Gables Coin doesn't try to lowball anybody, even the customers that don't know anything about their coins. read more

Extremely disappointed with this store !!!!!!! I used to buy .999 fine silver at this store, believe it or not I took some of my friends to the store just starting to invest with silver, over a month I believed we all spent over 30000 $ unfortunately the last time I had stepped in there is was horrible treated. they made me feel like I beged them for free stuffs without paying a penny!!! they should appreciate that I tolld my friend to go there to buy their silver and they are the one who made money out of it not me !!! Story started up when I placed an order for 9500$ (in cash which I found out they shouldnt charge me if I pay for cash) at first place they told me they had to charged as they didnt have any silver left I agreed to pay 3% to order them, they told me it will take 3 days to received then end up almost 2 weeks !! it's ok as longer as I can get silver, when I got there... a new guy came to ask me as I was standing there for 10 mins no one hlep at all and it been always like that...I told him I came to pick up my silver which I ordered 2 weeks ago... he asked John who is the owner if they already got silver for me... while I waited to get silver I saw full box of silver round and ask a new if I could purchased those silver today... he ask me how much do I want to buy I told them all of them if they have for me as I have another 10000$ cash with me, he went to check and told me they dont have that much prebably for 150oz and I can just order more if I want more, so I told him I would prefer to buy them if they have so I dont need to pay for 3% for cost of order silver, he turned and wonder what I have to pay 3% for?? I said "for placing order" that moment I felt something wrong and he ask me if I pay with credit and I told him I always buy in cash !!! well, he was so surprised I did I get chrge for hey shouldnt chrge me anytihng if I pay in cash...then this new guy ask John(owner) why I have to pay for 3% because they never charge anyone before John said that was their commission !!! surprise !!! what it made me extremely disappointed when John said to me " Mam is you want to do business with me you better not to question me if you want take your money back I do business long time you take it or leave it " !!! seriously that moment I was pissed !!! I didnt ask him anything his worker was the one tried to clarified as he never charge anyone who order silver before Im not the one want to ask !!! beside before I left I ask a new guy that at the first place he seems very nice to me to give me a box to keep silver. it was the red box that cost 5 $ which every time I bought silver there they used to give me and when I ask him he said yes but 5$ I told him well, I always get it and I dont have to pay for it as they said I bought a lot of silver so its ok to give to me right away he yell at me in front of everybody and it was some other customers there in the store " this is not for free you have to pay for it " I said "I understand is not for free but they always give me as a gift since I spent so much money here" again he said "what !! who said that !! who giv it to you tell me now I will fired him right now!!! " OMG !!! unbelievable !!! I wish I'm that freaking bad person to tell them who was the one give me the hell box... but I take a deep breath and tell them you know what I dont need it and I left and I never come back ever again !!! thnk you for treated me like this God know and decision is him weather you will be in good business... since then I found a new place in Kendall they are so nice and I invest over 200000 $ as sivler went down... if they would have treated me the way I bring them business in they should appreciate wht I did to them... I will never ever go back there ever again... good luck read more

This coin store is very overpriced. I've gone in several times to try to buy some bullion. My approach is to visit a store, talk with the owner, and see what types of prices they offer for new customers (who will later become repeat, steady customers). Buy small at first, then larger. Pawn/Coin shops like this will typically buy people's precious metals for 70-85% of their melt value, then re-sell those items for full melt value plus a modest premium. So... I offered $2.00 over spot for generic stuff, and he balked. Wanted $3.50. I'm a capitalist and I fully support a proprietor asking whatever prices he wishes, but you know what--sometimes it's wise to accept slightly less payment to attain a new customer. Negotiate a little--find some middle ground--make the person feel their new business is wanted. Guess what-- RIGHT NOW you can go to JM Bullion, APMEX or Provident metals (online), and get silver bullion for $0.79 over spot with FREE SHIPPING. So why do coin shops still exist? (1) They will buy your unwanted gold and silver for 70-85% of its melt value (which is profitable to them), and (2) Some people like me prefer to support *local*businesses, pay cash and be done with it. I really wished they wanted some new business because it would be great to go there! My advice: DO NOT BUY FROM HERE. Go to JM Bullion, APMEX or Provident online, and save money and headache. Other advice: If you're selling metals, ask *what percentage* they pay of spot price. If they don't offer you 85% or more of spot price, walk out the door and find a shop that will. Sorry to be blunt--it's better to know the truth. Also, the online dealers will not charge you "sales tax" on your purchases. read more

These guys were very personable, professional and informative. Premiums over spot prices were fair to quite fair IMO. What more matters? I dont know anything about numismatics so you tell me... I felt the need to post because there is an extremely negative review on some non-yelp pages and I have had two very good experiences there so far. Ill update if anything changes but Im very impressed so far. read more

I have read the reviews about this establishment and feel like I can offer a bit of insight. I have been a customer for a little less than a year. I think it's fair to say that in this industry it is unique to find a local storefront in Miami that conducts business on both small and large scale. It is imperative to understand that the owner of this shop has been imparted with an historic and traditional discipline dating back to the 12th century. He is a true numismatist and philatelist. You will be considered from the moment you approach the door. The choice to click that buzzer and allow you in their shop is step one. There is a "size up" period of time within which the decision to conduct business with you is determined. Yes, you may feel like you are not attended to, but that is because these guys are not capers. They are serious about their business and the value of every customer's demeanor parallels and can outweigh the value of the money you spend. There is no amount of money that can overshadow the disingenuous characteristic held by those who feel entitled because they have exorbitant cash funds. Regardless of the amount of money an individual spends in this shop or what may have been included with previous transactions, it would be unwise to allow previous transactions to set a precedent for the future. Gifts in kind are rare, and it is frowned upon to ask for anything of value just because you have previously dropped cash on the counter and made referrals. Traditional philatelists and numismatists are more than stamps, money & bullion collectors. Modern day numismatics is a far cry from the traditional practices. If it is determined that you are an insincere and pretentious customer who hoards bullion for duplicitous motives, you will be treated in kind. Walking in to a local shop (especially in Miami) and striking up a conversation with the owner to inquire pricing is a red flag. You should already know the daily value of precious metals, but keep it to yourself until the subject arises. Let the owner initiate the conversation. There is a calculated method he is using to determine a result of whether or not to do business with you. If this doesn't happen and the consumer initiates pricing, interrupts the owner, or displays lack of value to his method, you have affronted. This business is not one for hotshots and spot pricing demands. That is a modern day approach and removes value from your manner in the eyes of a time-honored numismatist. I would not advise to request appraisals and expect to be given information about the determination of value without being prepared to sell immediately. If you engage in an appraisal and make further inquiries that factor the appraisal and decide not to sell, you will absolutely receive a negative response because you have just wasted priceless knowledge and disrespected their time. In the hours I have spent at this shop, I can honestly say that yes, there is a very specific hard edge that you will encounter when negotiations are initiated. Negotiating isn't about finding a middle ground when it comes to business with this shop. Of course they want new business, but it may be ascertained that your business would be better suited elsewhere. The value of their customers and the demeanor held by each is considered as enrichment to the reputation of the business. read more

I took these guys some 18k gold to sell to them as scrap. I figured since they were in the Gables they might not be crooks. Wrong. They have their tricks on how they make you think something is not what it actually is. I don't know if they put the 14k acid in the 18k bottle or what but they will swear to you that your 18K is 14K. When I question Freddie on it, he starts raising his voice at me and saying that I am calling him a liar. I did not sell them my gold and left there with a horrible feeling. I'm thoroughly unimpressed with his attitude and how I was treated. Freddie offered me about $900 and I ended up getting $1417 elsewhere. If this is how they operate the rest of their business, I would be very cautious with them. read more

I know John the owner of this shop for many years, and I can only say good thinks about him, a just and honest person who is ready to treat you with courtesy and respect at all times. read more

went into gables coin today to sell some gold, and get some prices on some coins and i was very pleased with how fast they attended me and all the information they gave me.i was also very happy with the prices they pay, most places i went to were trying to pay me less. over all i had a great experience at gables coin and i would highly recommend it to anyone. read more