Your coins valued by a numismatist, in Cannes
As numismatists in Cannes, we examine napoléons, sovereigns, silver coins, inherited albums or ancient coins in front of you, and tell you what they are worth today. If you wish to sell, we make you an offer on the spot.
- Free valuation, no obligation
- Mon – Sat, 9 am – 7 pm
- Payment by bank transfer or cheque
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Which coins do you have?
By origin, period or metal: each page presents the coin types, their history and their characteristics. These catalogue pages are in French.
Gold coins
Sovereigns, $20, Krugerrands, 20 lire, napoléons: all the gold coins.
Explore (in French)
Silver coins
Morgan dollars, Maria Theresa thalers, ounces, écus: all the silver coins.
Explore (in French)
French coins
Louis d’or, napoléons, Genius, 5 francs écus: from the monarchy to the Republic.
Explore (in French)
Foreign coins
Sovereigns, dollars, pesos, Vreneli, ducats, guilders: coins from abroad.
Explore (in French)
Modern coins
Gold and silver ounces, Krugerrands, new francs and collector euros.
Explore (in French)
Ancient coins
Drachms, staters, denarii: Greek, Gaulish and Roman coins.
Explore (in French)Card photos: Paris Musées / musée Carnavalet, CC0; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, CC0; National Numismatic Collection (Smithsonian), public domain; Choloepus, public domain; American Numismatic Society, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons, cut out on a black background. Photo credits
How a valuation works
- You bring your coinsAs they are, without cleaning them: cleaning can take a lot of value away from a collector coin.
- We examine them in front of youExamination under a loupe, weighing on precision scales, magnet test or touchstone test if needed. We identify each coin, its year and its condition.
- We make you an offerIt is based on the day's spot price, minus transaction costs and margin; for a rare coin, a premium may be added. It is always stated before the sale.
- You decideYou sell everything, part or nothing. If you sell: a written contract, payment by bank transfer or cheque.
Coin pages in English
| Coin | Country | Years | Metal and fineness | Fine metal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The British Gold Sovereign | United Kingdom | since 1817 | Gold, 916.7‰ | 7.322 g |
| The Napoleon III 20 francs gold coin | France | 1853-1870 | Gold, 900‰ | 5.806 g |
| $20 American gold coin (double eagle) | United States | 1850-1933 | Gold, 900‰ | 30.093 g |
| The South African Krugerrand | South Africa | since 1967 | Gold, 916.7‰ | 31.103 g |
| Silver Morgan Dollar (1878-1921) | United States | 1878-1921 | Silver, 900‰ | 24.057 g |
Cannes, a crossroads of coins
Cannes never struck coins. Its story lies elsewhere: from the 1830s, when Lord Brougham had a villa built there, the town became a winter resort for the British, then for families from all over Europe. The French Riviera has kept this international clientele.
This catalogue reflects it: British sovereigns, American dollars, Italian 20 lire, Swiss Vreneli and modern bullion ounces each have their page, alongside the napoléons. Italy and Monaco are less than an hour's drive away, and the Latin Monetary Union of 1865 gave French, Italian, Belgian and Swiss gold coins the same weight.
We also sell coins
Investment gold coins and collector coins are available in the shop. Ask us what we have in stock before you come: 04 93 68 07 96.
Frequently asked questions
Is the valuation free?
Yes. The valuation is free and commits you to nothing: you leave with your coins if the offer does not suit you.
Do I need an appointment?
No, the shop is open Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm. For a large collection, a call to 04 93 68 07 96 lets us set aside the time needed.
How is the price of my coins set?
For common gold and silver coins, the price is based on the day's spot price, minus transaction costs and margin. For a rare coin or one in very fine condition, a premium may be added; it is always stated before the sale.
How am I paid?
By bank transfer (instant) or by cheque, when the contract is signed. Purchases are paid by cheque or bank transfer, never in cash.
What should I bring?
Your coins, uncleaned, and a valid ID. Sellers must be 18 or over.
Can I change my mind after the sale?
Yes: you have a 48-hour withdrawal period (Article L224-99 of the French Consumer Code), except for investment gold.