Built on experience. Guided by integrity.

Our story

Honest Coin Shop grew from years of hands-on work with rare coins, paper money, bullion and precious metals. What began as a small local operation developed through personal referrals, repeat clients and a reputation for careful evaluations and fair offers.
Before moving to Hoboken, the business served clients from Union City and throughout Northern New Jersey. In 2026 Honest Coin Shop opened its current office at 46 Newark St, Suite 201, above Barsky Gallery and a short walk from the Hoboken PATH.
Today Andrei operates Honest Coin Shop independently and works directly with every client—from the first conversation through evaluation and payment. Whether someone brings in a single coin, inherited collection, box of jewelry or precious-metals holdings, each visit receives the same careful attention and straightforward service.

In the press

National publications have turned to Andrei for insight into coins and precious metals. In 2025, The Wall Street Journal quoted him in “Surging Silver Prices Prompt Americans to Empty Jewelry Boxes and Coin Jars,” including his firsthand perspective on increased activity from silver buyers.
The Washington Post also interviewed Andrei for “Bob Menendez’s Golden Rule,” its feature about the gold bars connected to the federal corruption case involving former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez. Andrei provided professional insight into the bars’ unusual characteristics, age and estimated market value.

“Foot traffic is up about 20%, mainly from silver ‘stackers.’”Andrei, The Wall Street Journal