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Buying Gold and Silver in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines is the capital of the State of Iowa and is also its most populated city. It was incorporated in 1851 as Fort Des Moines. However, it was shortened in 1857 to just “Des Moines.” The city gets its name from the Des Moines River, which in French means “River of the Monks.” The city is a hub for the US insurance industry and has an enormous financial service and publishing business base. The city is known as the “Third Largest Insurance Capital of the World.” Many huge financial and software corporate companies have their headquarters in Des Moines. The city is also popular for its climate-controlled skywalk systems. Some famous places to visit in Des Moines are the State Capitol, Greater Des Moines Botanical Center, Iowa State Fair, Des Moines Art Center, Salisbury House & Gardens, Blank Park Zoo, Science Center of Iowa, etc.

Apart from great shopping places, the city also has many prestigious precious metal dealers. There is an exemption of sales tax in the State of Iowa upon purchases of coins, currency, and bullion. Being an out of state retailer, Bullion Exchanges does not charge sales taxes on any purchases made by Iowa residents. However, it is always better to check with a tax professional before making any purchase, as we are no tax policy experts.

Wholesale Gold and Silver Dealers:

1. Paul Kagin Address: P.O. Box 15, Des Moines, IA 50301 Phone number 515-244-1210, 515-277-4481 Services: Retail, Auctions, Wholesale, Buying and Estate Liquidation, Appraisals, and Newsletter. Specialties: US Coins, Dollars, Gold Coins, 19th Century Silver Coins, Early Type, 20th Century Coins, Commemoratives, Modern Coins, Early Copper, Nickel Coinage, Small Cents, Colonial Coins, Territorial Issues, Patterns, Mint Errors, Bullion Coins, Tokens/Medals, World Coins, Currency, and Ancient Coins.
Authorized Dealer: PCGS NGC

Local Storefront / Retail Gold and Silver Dealers:

Please find below a list of top coin and precious metals dealers in Des Moines.

1. Christopher’s Rare Coins Address: 3427 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50310 Phone number 515-251-4031, 800-701-3123 Hours of Operation: Mon to Fri 10 am to 6 pm, Sat 10 am to 4 pm Services: Retail. Specialties: Gold Coins and US Coins.
Authorized Dealer: NGC
2. Coins Stamps N Stuff Address: 8190 Hickman Rd, Clive IA 50325 Phone number 515-331-4307 Hours of Operation: Mon 10 am to 5 pm, Tue to Fri 10 am to 6 pm, Sat 10 am to 4 pm Services: Coin Dealers & Supplies and Collectibles. Specialties: Gold, Jewelry, Coins & Currency, and Stamp Collections.
Authorized Dealer: NGC
3. Capital City Coins & Bullion Address: 7576 Hickman Rd, Windsor Heights, IA 50324 Phone number 515-276-9352, 319-310-8266 Hours of Operation: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, Tue, Thu, Sat 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Services: Coin Dealers & Supplies, and Jewelry Buyers. Specialties: Gold, Silver, Platinum, Rare Coins, Collectibles, and Paper Money.
4. Majestic Coin Operated Address: 5028 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 Phone number 515-987-0002 Services: Coin Dealers & Supplies.
5. Capital City Coins Address: 5965 Merle Hay Rd Suite D, Johnston, IA 50131 Phone number 515-276-9352 Hours of Operation: Mon to Sat 9 am to 9 pm Services: Gold, Silver & Platinum Buyers & Dealers, Coin Dealers & Supplies, Hobby & Model Shops, and Jewelers.
6. Southwest Stamps Address: 2310 SE Delware Ave G, #278, Ankeny, IA 50021 Phone number 515-207-5463 Hours of Operation: Mon to Sun 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Services: Coin Dealers & Supplies, and Stamp Dealers.