Numismatist - Coin Specialist

We are hiring an experienced Coin Specialist to authenticate, grade, value, buy and sell coins and currency for our collector and investor clients. You will be the in-house authority on U.S. and world coinage, bullion and paper money, and the trusted face of our numismatic department.

The right candidate pairs a sharp eye for detail with deep market knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for helping collectors build and manage their collections.

Key responsibilities

Authentication and grading

• Examine coins, tokens, medals and paper currency to confirm authenticity and detect counterfeits, alterations, cleaning and repairs.
• Grade raw coins accurately on the Sheldon 70-point scale, consistent with PCGS, NGC and CAC standards.
• Identify die varieties, errors, mint marks and key dates using references such as the Red Book, Cherrypickers' Guide and die-variety databases.
• Decide which coins merit third-party grading and prepare submissions.

Valuation and purchasing

• Appraise individual coins, collections, hoards and estates for purchase, consignment, insurance or estate settlement.
• Make competitive, fair cash offers using current market data (CDN Greysheet, auction records, dealer networks).
• Evaluate bullion and track daily precious-metal spot prices.

Sales and client relationships

• Advise walk-in, phone and online clients on buying, selling and building collections.
• Develop repeat relationships with collectors, investors, estate attorneys and other dealers.
• Represent the company at coin shows, auctions and industry events.
• Meet monthly sales and acquisition targets.

Inventory and operations

• Catalog, photograph and write accurate descriptions for inventory, website and auction listings.
• Price inventory in line with market movement and maintain accurate records in the inventory system.
• Follow security, cash-handling and compliance procedures, including AML/KYC, IRS Form 8300 and 1099-B reporting where required.
• Train and mentor junior staff on grading and authentication.

Required qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional experience as a numismatist, coin dealer, grader or authenticator.
• Proven ability to grade U.S. coins accurately and consistently, including circulated and Mint State examples.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. coinage series, key dates, varieties and major counterfeits.
• Demonstrated experience buying and pricing coins and collections profitably.
• Familiarity with bullion products and precious-metals markets.
• Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass a background check and to be bonded.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in history, art history, business or a related field.
• Completion of ANA Summer Seminar courses or ANA Numismatic Diploma Program; PCGS or NGC grading courses.
• Membership in the American Numismatic Association (ANA) or Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG).
• Expertise in a specialty area such as world coins, ancients, paper money, tokens or error coins.
• Experience with coin photography and e-commerce or auction platforms.
• Established network of collectors, dealers and wholesalers.

Skills and competencies

• Attention to detail: spots subtle surface problems, tooling and die characteristics under magnification.
• Integrity: gives honest grades and fair offers; protects client trust and company reputation.
• Market awareness: follows auction results, population reports and pricing trends.
• Communication: explains grading and value clearly to novice and advanced collectors alike.
• Tools: loupes, stereo microscopes, precision scales, calipers, XRF or Sigma Metalytics testers, and inventory/POS software.
• Organization: manages high-value inventory accurately under time pressure.

Working conditions

• Work takes place mainly in a secure retail or office setting, with extended periods of close visual inspection.
• Occasional evening and weekend work, plus travel to coin shows, auctions and client appraisals (about 10–20%).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lb (bullion and coin boxes).
• Must have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, including color perception, for grading.

Compensation and how to apply

• Salary: TBD per year, plus commission or bonus on sales and acquisitions.
• Benefits: 401(k) with company match; paid time off; employee purchase discount; Paid Education

To apply, send your resume and a short cover letter describing your numismatic specialties and grading experience to info@crownjewelsandcoin.com . We are an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25