Planning a trip to Maine in September and want to know what coin stores/dealers are worth a visit
superpsychmd
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Any Maine coin dealers here on the message boards to meet? Any coin shows going on in Maine?
I was there last year and had a great time exploring so I’m going again for another coin hunting adventure.
Appreciate the help!
Dave of Eclectic Coins
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Ttt
C’mon, no one visits Maine on the boards?
How are you getting to Maine? If driving, assuming you are coming up 95, you could stop by Seacoast Coin in Hampton NH. Nice selection, fair prices, friendly owner/staff. I visit frequently.
Sorry I am not familiar with any Maine dealers.
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The only show I'm aware of is August 29th - http://www.brunswickmainecoinclub.com/ - there are quite a few pawn shops around that can be interesting. A few places that you might try are:
Maine Gold & Silver - S. Portland
M.A. Storck Co - Portland
Stinson & Company - Portland
If you are camping one spot that is quite nice is Hermit Island. Can be a challenge to get a site on the water but quite a few private beaches there.
https://hermitisland.com/
One of the better state parks is Reid State Park, nice long beaches. https://visitmaine.com/things-to-do/parks-natural-attractions/reid-state-park
Best of course is to get a boat and go out into the bay and camp on one of the many islands. Jewel Island is a fun one, about 12 miles out but has an old fort to explore on it from days past.
Thats all I can think of at the moment.
Jim
Thanks for the suggestions. I do intend to drive so Seacoast Coin sounds like a winner.
Looks like Reid State Park is worth checking out as well.
Any more suggestions folks? Keep ‘em coming!
I was at M A Storck a couple months ago, owner is retiring and they were in the process of emptying the shop.
If you make it to Augusta there's Timeless Treasures at 1 Bangor St. Always a worthwhile stop when I'm in the area.
In Bangor, there's Maritime International, also a must stop for me. There were a couple other smaller shops that had coins along with other stuff nearby, not sure of the names of those shops or if they are even there anymore. If you're there, check Google and see. The local pawn shops in Bangor were hit or miss, but if you have the time they might be worth a stop. I made a couple good purchases a few years back when I was up there.
MCN coins in Rockport is worth stopping if you're in the area, call first and make sure they're open first.
Twin City Gold in Biddeford. I went there once, and it seemed like a good place, not opposed to stopping again, but haven't been in the area when I had the spare time to stop.
In Lewiston/Auburn area there's Compass Coins and Republic Jewelry. I haven't been to either one, but have been told it's worth the trip.
Great I’ll check those out as well.
Following this thread, as my daughter goes to school in Bangor. Usually I build in time to visit the many used book shops in the area, but it might be nice to hit a couple of coin shops when I drop her off in late August.
Sean Reynolds
"Keep in mind that most of what passes as numismatic information is no more than tested opinion at best, and marketing blather at worst. However, I try to choose my words carefully, since I know that you guys are always watching." - Joe O'Connor
Maritime International in downtown Bangor -- Paul Z. is good people.
Sean, please leave some coins for me! I’m going in September
I recall that I visited Maritime and I had a good time looking at stuff. I’m sure I’ll go there again