Archangel Coins

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Archangel Coins was founded in 2013 by long time Numismatist Christopher Shands. Our retail store features over 2000 coins, currency and related items on display. These include coins struck by the United States, other governments, and the Ancient Empires of the world. In addition to coins, we have a selection of gold, silver and platinum bullion. Although our primary business is numismatics and bullion, we do handle some categories of antiques such as: early militaria, early Native American items, antique silver, antique photography, historical memorabilia, antiquities and other related fields.

Archangel Coins’ staff have a combined 100+ years of experience in the purchase, sale, authentication and grading of coins, currency and the related fields.

Christopher Shands (owner) began collecting coins at 11 years old. By the time he was 14, he could be found working at local coin shows handling sales and purchases. At 16 he became the youngest board member and officer of the Las Vegas Numismatic Society (LVNS), serving for more than 10 years and is now a current member of the coin clubs trust committee. The summer after high school, he began working in a local Las Vegas coin shop, where he would return to each summer between college semesters. In 2008, he received the LVNS’ Outstanding Service Award. He personally collects Flowing Hair, Draped Bust, and Capped Bust Coinage.

The store is equipped with some of the most reliable and up-to-date counterfeit detection and analytical devices available. We are members of the American Numismatic Association, the Certified Coin Exchange, the Las Vegas Numismatic Society, and are PCGS & NGC authorized dealers. Collectors of all levels are welcome, from the beginner just starting out, to the serious investor seeking out numismatic rarities. We are strong believers in numismatic education and are always willing to share our knowledge. The owner Christopher Shands’ favorite quote is by Alfred Adler,

“Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, men of power are feared, but only men of character are trusted.”