About Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers

For over two decades, Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers has been East Tennessee’s premier coin dealer and precious metals destination. What started as a small family operation has grown into Knoxville’s most trusted name in coin dealing, gold buying, silver transactions, and precious metals services, built on a foundation of honesty, expertise, and exceptional customer service.

Welcome to Knoxville’s Trusted Coin Dealer. We’re grateful you chose us.

At Knoxville Gold & Silver Buyers, we make it easy to turn your precious metals into cash — or grow your collection with high-quality coins. Whether you’re selling gold jewelry, silver flatware, or rare coins, our experts offer free, no-pressure appraisals and top-dollar payouts on the spot. Trusted by Knoxville locals for over 20 years, we’re your go-to destination for fair, fast, and friendly service.

Our Vision

To be East Tennessee's most trusted coin dealer and precious metals partner. Whether you're buying, selling, or seeking expert guidance on gold, silver, platinum, or rare coins, we want to be the local business you turn to today and for years to come.

Who We Are

Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers delivers trusted coin dealing and precious metals services through our experienced local team. Led by Matt, we combine over 20 years of expertise in numismatics, precious metals evaluation, and customer service to provide the honest, professional experience East Tennessee customers deserve.

Our Mission

To empower our customers with the knowledge and fair pricing they need to make confident decisions about their coins and precious metals. We believe informed customers make the best choices, which is why we take time to educate, explain our evaluation processes, and ensure you understand the true value of your items.

About Us? It’s All About You.”

At Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers, we don’t just talk about customer service – we prove it every day. For over 20 years, we’ve built our reputation on a simple principle: your success is our success.

You’re busy. You need quick, reliable service without the runaround. That’s why we offer free appraisals with no appointment necessary and provide instant evaluations with no waiting days for callbacks. We stay open 7 days a week to fit your schedule and give you immediate cash when you’re ready to sell. Walk in with items, walk out with money.

You deserve every dollar your items are worth. We consistently pay more than pawn shops and competitors by using live market rates to ensure you get current, fair pricing. We have no hidden fees, so what we quote is what you receive. Our specialty is maximizing value for both precious metal content and numismatic worth, ensuring you get the best possible return.

Every customer matters, whether you’re selling a single gold ring or an entire coin collection. We provide service without judgment or pressure, treating everyone with the same respect and taking time to answer all your questions. Our educational approach helps you understand what you have and why it’s valuable, all within a comfortable, professional, secure, and welcoming environment.

Why Should You Choose Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers?

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Because Your Time and Money Matter

When you're ready to sell precious metals or coins, you have choices. Pawn shops, online buyers, traveling gold parties, and other local dealers all want your business. So why do thousands of East Tennessee residents choose us year after year? The answer is simple: we deliver results that others can't match.

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We Pay More, Period
While pawn shops typically offer 40-60% of market value, we consistently pay among the highest rates in the region. We operate on volume and reputation, not high margins, which means more money in your pocket. Our customers regularly tell us they wished they'd found us first instead of settling for less elsewhere. When Amanda W. says, "I always felt like I wasn't getting a fair deal on my stuff, until I found Matt," she's expressing what hundreds of customers have experienced.
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Local Knowledge, Personal Service
We're not a faceless corporation or an online operation that treats you like a transaction number. We're your neighbors in East Tennessee, and we understand the local market better than anyone. Matt has been serving this community for over 20 years, building relationships one customer at a time. When you walk into our store, you're dealing with people who live here, work here, and care about this community's reputation.
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Expertise That Counts
Twenty years in the business means we've seen it all. We can quickly identify the difference between gold-plated jewelry and solid gold, spot valuable key dates in coin collections that others might miss, and recognize the numismatic value beyond just precious metal content. This expertise translates directly into better offers for you. As Brandon M. noted, "They provided great service and valuable information," because we take time to educate and explain what makes your items valuable.
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No Pressure, No Games
Walk into most pawn shops or gold-buying operations, and you'll face high-pressure tactics and artificial urgency. We operate differently. Our free appraisals come with zero obligation, and we never pressure you to sell. We explain our evaluation process, show you current market prices, and give you all the time you need to make your decision. Quinn R. appreciated that we weren't "trying to haggle me down," because honest dealing is simply how we do business.
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Convenience When You Need It
Life doesn't operate on a Monday-to-Friday schedule, and neither do we. We're open seven days a week because we know that when you need cash, you need it on your timeline, not ours. No appointments necessary, no waiting weeks for payment, no complicated paperwork. Bring your items in, get your evaluation, and walk out with cash the same day.
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Complete Transparency
Many competitors use confusing scales, hidden fees, or complex calculations that leave you wondering if you're getting a fair deal. We believe in complete transparency. We show you exactly how we determine value, explain current market conditions, and break down our offer so you understand every aspect of the transaction. Our customers consistently praise our honesty because we believe informed customers make the best customers.
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We Handle Everything
Whether you have a single gold ring, an inherited coin collection, sterling silver flatware, or a combination of precious metals, we handle it all under one roof. You don't need to make multiple stops or deal with specialists who only handle certain types of items. Our comprehensive knowledge covers everything from common silver dollars to rare numismatic pieces, from scrap gold to investment-grade bullion.
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Proven Track Record
Our reputation speaks for itself through hundreds of satisfied customers who keep coming back and referring their friends and family. When Brittany C. says we're "extremely generous" and "highly recommend," or when Em L. calls the owner "a super nice guy" who "gives the best prices," they're reflecting the consistent experience we provide every single day.
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Security and Peace of Mind
Selling valuable items requires trust, and we've earned that trust through two decades of ethical business practices. We're properly licensed, fully insured, and operate from a secure location. Your safety and the security of your transactions are priorities we never compromise on.
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The Bottom Line
You choose Knoxville Gold and Silver Buyers because we deliver what others promise: fair prices, honest service, expert knowledge, and genuine respect for every customer. We've built our entire business on the principle that treating people right isn't just good business—it's the only way to do business.

What We Buy – Gold, Silver, Coins & More

Our experienced professionals will carefully evaluate your items and provide a fair, no-obligation offer based on current market rates.

What Our Customers Say

Get to know why we are Knoxville’s Highest Rated Pawn Shop!