Chicago as a coin town?

Hi folks,
I am considering a move to Chicago and was just curious to how the city is as a coin town. As far as I understand, there is no sales tax on coins in Chicago (which would be a nice plus). I have heard some horror stories about the Post Offices in Chicago losing large numbers of packages so that would be a concern for internet buying - Anyone from Chicago have any experience one way or the other? I know Harlan J Berk is in Chicago - Are there any other major dealers in the area? It seems some of the major coin shows occasionally pass through the area, so that would be nice also.
Any info or advice would be appreciated.
I am considering a move to Chicago and was just curious to how the city is as a coin town. As far as I understand, there is no sales tax on coins in Chicago (which would be a nice plus). I have heard some horror stories about the Post Offices in Chicago losing large numbers of packages so that would be a concern for internet buying - Anyone from Chicago have any experience one way or the other? I know Harlan J Berk is in Chicago - Are there any other major dealers in the area? It seems some of the major coin shows occasionally pass through the area, so that would be nice also.
Any info or advice would be appreciated.
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I have no idea how big or how reputable they are.
A Penny Saved, LLC
Phone: 630-730-4653
Lisle, IL
A-1 Jewelry & Coin
Phone: 773-868-0300
Chicago, IL
Alexander Basok
Phone: (847) 444-1163
Highland Park, IL
American Rarities Coin Corp.
Phone: (708) 646-5365
Burbank, IL
Americash Jewelry and Coin
Phone: (630) 969-9600
Westmont, IL
AmeriPawn
Phone: 219-465-7262
Valparaiso, IN
B.j.'s Coins And Jewelry
Phone: (219) 762-1193
Portage, IN
BPC, LLC
Phone: (773) 315-0605
Chicago, IL
Brian Andrew & Associates
Phone: (312) 541-8320
Chicago, IL
C-Cubed Coins
Phone: 847-592-6200
Schaumburg, IL
Chicago Coin Company, Inc.
Phone: (773) 586-7666
Chicago, IL
Dr. Robert Friedman and Sons Stamp and Coin Company
Phone: (630) 985-1515
Woodridge, IL
Elmhurst Coins
Phone: 630-359-4140
Elmhurst, IL
Glenview Coin & Collectibles, Inc.
Phone: (847) 724-1075
Glenview, IL
Harbor Coin, Inc.
Phone: (847) 872-3560
Winthrop Harbor, IL
HARLAN J. BERK, LTD.
Phone: 312.609.0016
Chicago, IL
High Grade Coins
Phone: 708-456-2109
Elmwood Park, IL
Icoin Inc.
Phone: 815-730-8808
Joliet, IL
Jake's Marketplace, Inc.
Phone: 847-277-9814
Lake Zurich, IL
JMS Coins
Phone: 630-701-8801
Naperville, IL
Kedzie Koin & Jewelry, Inc.
Phone: (773) 436-0777
Chicago, IL
Knight Coin and Collectibles
Phone: (219) 942-4341
Hobart, IN
KRCoins
Phone: (773) 800-9370
Chicago, IL
Larry Whitlow, Ltd.
Phone: (630)792-1900
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Morton Grove Coins & Collectibles
Phone: 847-967-9200
Morton Grove, IL
NamChongCoin
Phone: 224-628-3210
Glenview , IL
Numismatic Emporium, Inc.
Phone: (630) 790 1810
glen ellyn, IL
O'Connor Numismatics LLC
Phone: (815) 462-9433
New Lenox, IL
Old World Coin Shop
Phone: 815-344-8800
McHenry, IL
Rare Coin Company of America
Phone: (630) 654-2580
Willowbrook, IL
Standard Numismatics LLC
Phone: (888) 331-2646
Chicago, IL
Tim Kyzivat Currency
Phone: (708) 784 - 0974
Western Springs, IL
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I can't advise regarding B&M shops, as I don't frequent any. Many of the names and numbers cited above are appointment only dealers or people with no shop.
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When I was there, the official story as to why no major coin shows within city limits was because the first McCormick Place convention center was destroyed by a fire started by an exhibitor's (not a coin show) extension cord. Therefore, no coin show lights allowed. Exhibitors at trade shows that want to have anything electrical must pay a convention center worker to come over and plug in or unplug ANYTHING.
but
be ready for those winters
i caught double pneumonia going through great lakes naval boot camp during winter
just saying...it gets cold there
"Jesus died for you and for me, Thank you,Jesus"!!!
--- If it should happen I die and leave this world and you want to remember me. Please only remember my opening Sig Line.<< <i>Great coin town.
When I was there, the official story as to why no major coin shows within city limits was because the first McCormick Place convention center was destroyed by a fire started by an exhibitor's (not a coin show) extension cord. Therefore, no coin show lights allowed. Exhibitors at trade shows that want to have anything electrical must pay a convention center worker to come over and plug in or unplug ANYTHING. >>
I was just going to say Chicago is one of the best coin towns of all but if you want to
go to a coin show figure on driving to Milwaukee or Indianapolis. A few of the suburban
shows are OK, though.
The list of shops above is far from complete.
If you're thinking about moving here, you may consider NW Indiana. Illinois is a financial mess, Crook County is just that, taxes are very high and will probably go up even still. Just some friendly advice from a life long collector who is ' Illinoyed'
<< <i>may not be coin related
but
be ready for those winters
i caught double pneumonia going through great lakes naval boot camp during winter
just saying...it gets cold there >>
The alleged cold weather in Chicago is merely an optical illusion caused by the lack of heat!
<< <i>Yes, I live in Chi-town and there are a LOT of coin shops. Now we're only talking Chicago. There just as many near Chicago in the suburbs. As pointed out earlier in a post before mine. Good luck finding a decent one though. I love my coin dealer, at La Grange coins in La Grange Il. Just outside the Chicago area. Joe Ridzy is the owner. Very fair and the main thing , HONEST! Give him a call. Tell him joeykoin sent ya'. >>
Use caution dealing with some SouthWest Suburban dealers.. 1 dealer had a buy price $ 50 under spot for 1 oz American Gold Eagles... others offering way under Greysheet bid for Nice coins .. another dealer saying he was the highest paid buyer for Vintage watches, offered 15 % of worth for a working ,mint condition Rolex.
Best to find out yourself .. many dealers outside Chicago city limits...... never been to LaGrange coins
<< <i>Stupid gun laws there...... Cheers, RickO >>
They'll confiscate your car in Chicago even if you have a valid carry permit if
you get caught with a weapon. They have amended the laws recently and even
issue a few carry permits.
Very few muggers get your car, too.