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Shorewood Coin Shop Stands Sturdy on Oakland Avenue for Nearly 40 Years

It's been in the 4400 block of North Oakland Avenue since 1974, buying, selling and trading treasures to a diverse clientele.

The Shorewood Coin Shop is a mainstay on North Oakland Avenue.

As the busy thoroughfare has grown and developed, especially over the past couple years, the shop, which specializes in rare coins and currency, has been a steady presence at 4409 N. Oakland Ave. since 1974.

“I had an interest in coin collecting from when I was a kid and my friend bought the place and I thought I would help him out,” said Scott Gunter, who went on to take over as owner in 2000.

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The store buys, sells and trades precious metals, jewelry, rare coins, collectibles, antiques and postcards. The walls are lined with one-of-a-kind wares from $2 bills to age-old books.

Gunther said being in the business for so long, he’s seen his share of unique items.

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“There’s so much — especially lately we have seen a lot of cool stuff,” he said. “I very seldom say 'wow' anymore after doing this for so many years.”

With the store stocked with interesting pieces, Gunther said he draws a very diverse clientele.

“We have collectors coming in as young as 2 years old up into the 90s,” he said.

Interested in having an item priced? When a customer brings in an item, Gunter said he relies on a massive library of pricing books, computer research and his years of experience.

"Bring it in, we take a look at it, and make an offer," he said.

The store is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.


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