We sell and buy currency
Want to sell banknotes and paper bills at the price offered by collectors? If they are lying at home dead weight, and you want to make money? Contact Fairfax Coin and Bullion Exchange. We buy currency in any condition.
Nowadays, in the digital age, when coins and banknotes are gradually losing their real value, their historical and cultural significance becomes especially valuable. As passionate collectors and connoisseurs of history, we invite you to join our fascinating journey through the world of old banknotes. Our attention is drawn not only to old US banknotes, which once served as a symbol of the economic power and prosperity of this great power. We are interested in money from different eras and countries, because each banknote is a witness to history, each of them has a unique story behind it, reflecting the spirit of the time and the peculiarities of culture. We know that many of these rarities are kept in family archives and old chests, hidden from prying eyes. Perhaps among your belongings or those of your loved ones are the very bills that could become part of our extensive collection. We guarantee honest offers and appraisals based on the experience and knowledge of our experts.
By happily purchasing currency, we preserve them for future generations, preventing important pages of world history from fading into oblivion. Contact us if you are ready to look at your old banknotes from a new, more meaningful perspective and give them a chance to become part of a large-scale collection that will immortalize their beauty and historiographical significance. We sell currency. At Fairfax Coin and Bullion Exchange, you can purchase bills that are not in your collection.
What kind of currency do we sell and buy in Fairfax, VA?
Which currencies are of most interest to Fairfax Coin and Bullion Exchange?
We buy currency from the United States:
- US Currency from the 1800s and 1900s
- Blue and Yellow Seal Silver Certificates
- National Bank Notes
- Gold Certificates
- Hawaii Notes
- US Fractional Currency
- Large Federal Reserve Notes
We also sell any of these currencies at a bargain price.
Also:
- Rare banknotes with a small mintage or those that were issued in short circulation. Their value is not only due to their rarity, but also due to the historical events surrounding their issue. For example, banknotes issued during wartime or periods of instability.
- Currency with errors. Polygraphic errors, such as typos or image shifts, make banknotes unique and rare, and therefore extremely valuable.
- Commemorative currency. These are issued in honor of significant events, anniversaries, or prominent figures. They are often made of higher-quality materials and may have additional anti-counterfeiting protections.
- Banknotes that are rare specimens from other countries. Such banknotes can be vivid representatives of the culture and art of a particular locality.
- Banknotes that have been withdrawn from circulation due to changes in the political or economic system.
How do we grade currency?
Currency grading begins with a physical inspection of the item in question. Experts carefully examine each artifact, assessing its wear, tears, and overall condition. For banknotes, this includes assessing the quality of the paper, the clarity and integrity of the printed images, and the presence or absence of creases, stains, or folds that may reduce their aesthetic or market value.
The next step involves categorizing these observations into grades. Currency grading typically follows an established scale, often ranging from “Poor” to “Like” or “Uncirculated.” Banknotes in “Like” condition are considered to be in perfect condition, with no visible defects, while “Poor” notes are widely circulated with obvious signs of wear.
A critical aspect of grading is maintaining standardization, ensuring consistency across currencies and time periods. Various organizations and institutions lead the effort to establish and maintain these standards, providing appraisers with the criteria needed to make impartial judgments. The marketplace relies heavily on these ratings, as collectors and investors use them to make informed decisions about their purchases and appraisals.
Grading affects not only the perceived value of an item, but also its historical context. Unique codes or serial numbers can link bills to significant events, often increasing their desirability and value beyond their condition alone.
Buying banknotes and paper money remains an exquisite endeavor. It is a constant quest, an adventure in the footsteps of history, a pursuit of excellence and the fulfillment of a dream of traveling through the ages. In a world of rapidly changing technology and depreciating values, paper money remains a constant reminder of the importance of appreciating art and history.
Contact our experts in Fairfax, VA
Contact our specialist with any questions you may have.
Make an appointment to have your valuables appraised and sold.
We offer formal appraisals on coin collections when needed, as well as buying the estate outright, whichever fits your needs.