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Delaware became the First State when it ratified the U.S. Constitution on December 7, 1787, and its money history runs from colonial paper currency to national bank notes from Wilmington and Dover. The 1936 Delaware Tercentenary half dollar honors the 1638 Swedish landing that founded New Sweden, and the 1999 Delaware quarter, showing Caesar Rodney’s ride, was the first coin of the 50 State Quarters program. American Rarities has bought coins and paper money since 1990, with over $400 million purchased.
Whether you are a dedicated collector, have inherited a collection, or have gold and silver to sell, send us a list or clear photos for a free, no-obligation appraisal. Most offers come within 24 hours, though some can take upwards of a week or more depending on the collection.
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Why First State Sellers Choose American Rarities
From New Castle County to Sussex County, here is why Delaware sellers choose American Rarities:
Convenient Selling Options Throughout Delaware:
From Wilmington, Dover and Newark to Middletown, Smyrna and the beach towns, you can meet privately with one of our buyers, and we can meet you at your bank. Or use our mail-in service: packages are fully insured at our expense. We do not provide shipping materials.
Get Paid Immediately:
Accept our offer and you are paid immediately by cash, check, ACH or wire.
Transparent, Fee-Free Appraisals:
Our appraisals are free, with no hidden costs or obligations. The offer we make is the full amount you receive.
Secure and Discreet Transactions (Protecting Your Privacy):
In-person meetings are private and discreet, and mail-in packages are fully insured and tracked.
Knowledgeable Appraisals by Experienced Numismatists:
Our team has hundreds of years of combined experience in the rare coin market. We pay more because we know what your coins are worth, whether you sell one coin or an entire inherited collection.
Decades of Experience in the Numismatic Market:
Since 1990 American Rarities has built a reputation as a trusted buyer of rare coins, bullion and U.S. paper money nationwide, with the experience to assess collections of any size and complexity.
Dedicated Service for Delaware Collectors and Inheritors:
We respect the passion of lifelong collectors and the sensitive nature of an inherited collection. We explain what you have and what it is worth, with no pressure to sell.
What a Satisfied Customer Had to Say
“They got back to me quickly with a very fair offer, which I accepted... They notified me when they received the coins and then notified me that the coins were as how I described them... All in all, a pleasurable experience. I definitely recommend American Rarities.”— Walter M., BBB review
Delaware Numismatic History: The First State and Its Money
Delaware never had a federal mint or precious metal mines, but as the First State and a close neighbor of Philadelphia, it has strong ties to early American money:
As one of the original thirteen colonies and the first state to ratify the Constitution, Delaware used colonial coins, foreign silver and its own colonial paper money. Examples of these early pieces still turn up in Delaware collections. If you have early American coins to sell, we are expert buyers.
During the National Banking Era (1863–1935), banks across Delaware issued their own national bank notes, printed with the name of the local bank. They are now collectible pieces of the state's financial history.
Delaware sits just south of Philadelphia, home of the first United States Mint and still an active mint today. Philadelphia coins have always made up much of the change in Delaware pockets, and Delaware collections are often rich in early Philadelphia issues.
The U.S. Mint at Philadelphia offers free public tours, a short drive from Wilmington. It is a unique chance to see where American coins are made and learn their history.
How to Sell Coins & Paper Money in Delaware
Selling coins in the First State takes a few photos. Text them to 720-600-4740, email staff@americanrarities.com or use the form below for a free appraisal. We buy from Wilmington and Newark in New Castle County, Dover in Kent County, and Sussex County towns from Georgetown to the beaches at Lewes and Rehoboth. Mail your items fully insured at our expense, or for larger collections we can meet you at your bank, and get paid immediately by cash, check, ACH or wire.
Delaware Cities and Towns We Serve
Wilmington, Dover, Newark, Middletown, Smyrna, Milford, Seaford, Georgetown, New Castle, Bear, Elsmere, Laurel, Harrington, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Millsboro and every other city and town in Delaware.
Coin Clubs in Delaware
Delaware collectors meet in Wilmington and Dover, and the Wilmington Coin Club hosts an annual coin show. When you are ready to sell what you have collected or inherited, American Rarities is here with an expert appraisal and a strong offer.
The Wilmington Coin Club is a nonprofit devoted to collecting and studying coins, paper currency, tokens and medals. It holds regular monthly meetings and the annual Wilmington Coin Show. Follow the club on Facebook.
Founded in 1971, the Kent Coin Club serves collectors in and around Dover and Kent County, with monthly meetings and educational programs.
For more club information, visit the club websites above or search the American Numismatic Association (ANA) club directory.
Delaware Museums with Money and History Collections
Delaware’s history museums preserve the state’s colonial, commercial and banking past.
Run by the Delaware Historical Society, the Delaware History Museum covers the history of the First State. It is not a numismatic museum, but its collections include historical currency, financial documents and artifacts from Delaware's economic past.
Winterthur focuses on American decorative arts and cultural history. Its collections on early American commerce and daily life can include currency and related objects.
Many Delaware towns and counties have their own historical societies and museums. Their collections can include local bank notes, tokens and other historical money.
Coins, Bullion and Paper Money We Buy in Delaware
Selling in Delaware? Learn about Delaware coin and bullion laws and sales tax.
We buy single pieces as well as full collections, estates and hoards from anywhere in Delaware, with special interest in the state’s colonial history and early American finance:
All U.S. Coins:
We evaluate every U.S. coin, from early copper cents and classic silver dollars to modern commemoratives and proof sets, including the 1936 Delaware Tercentenary half dollar and 1999 Delaware state quarters.
Valuable Gold Coins:
We buy all U.S. gold, from early quarter eagles, half eagles and eagles to Liberty Head and Saint-Gaudens double eagles.
Silver Dollars:
We buy Morgan and Peace dollars, earlier Trade dollars and other silver dollars in all grades and varieties.
All Denominations of Rare U.S. Coinage:
We buy half dollars, quarters, dimes, nickels and cents, paying close attention to key dates, mint marks and recognized varieties, including coins from the nearby Philadelphia Mint, a major source of Delaware’s circulating coinage.
Error Coins and Die Varieties:
Errors and die varieties can be surprisingly valuable. If a coin looks unusual, send us a photo for a free appraisal.
All Forms of U.S. Paper Money:
We buy all U.S. currency, from early Treasury Notes and Demand Notes to Civil War-era issues and modern Federal Reserve Notes.
National Bank Notes of Delaware:
We buy national bank notes issued by Delaware banks during the National Banking Era (1863–1935), from Wilmington to Dover and the smaller towns downstate.
Delaware Colonial Currency and Obsolete Notes:
We buy Delaware colonial paper money and obsolete notes issued by Delaware banks before the Civil War.
Gold Bullion:
We buy refined gold bars, rounds and bullion coins such as American Gold Eagles and Canadian Maple Leafs.
Silver Bullion:
We buy silver bars, rounds, 90% U.S. silver coins (“junk silver”) and bullion coins such as American Silver Eagles and Canadian Silver Maple Leafs.
Platinum and Palladium Bullion:
We buy platinum and palladium bars, rounds and government-issued bullion coins.
Explore Our Expertise and Resources
These guides help Delaware families decide what to do with a collection:
- Have an Inherited Collection? Our guide for inheritors offers honest advice on whether to sell or keep it.
- Are Your Coins Colorful? Vibrant, rainbow-toned coins can be extremely valuable. Learn what gives toned coins their value.
- Why Do Our Buyers Pay More? Discover the three key reasons (expertise, a large network and a low-overhead model) that let us make stronger offers. Read why savvy collectors choose American Rarities.
Ready to Sell Your Delaware Coins, Bullion or Historical Currency?
Contact the Delaware coin buyers at American Rarities for a free appraisal. Email, text or use the form below to send us a list or photos of your coins or currency.
Free Appraisal for Your Delaware Coins, Bullion, Currency, and Collections
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Email: staff@americanrarities.com | Text: 720-600-4740
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