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For buying and selling coins online, there are several major platforms that combine the features of classified ad boards and auctions. On them, you can find not only numismatic material but also other collectibles. Items are sold here both at a fixed price and through bidding.
For buying and selling coins online, there are several major platforms that combine the features of classified ad boards and auctions. On them, you can find not only numismatic material but also other collectibles. Items are sold here both at a fixed price and through bidding.
The main platform for many collectors is Meshok.net. It is a popular resource where a large number of transactions take place. It features a huge number of sellers and lots, allowing you to find both common and rare specimens.
Another similar platform is Auction.ru. It operates on the same principle as Meshok, and you can often find the same sellers there. The choice between these two sites is often a matter of personal preference and habit.
A less obvious but viable option is Avito.ru. Here, you can sometimes find coins sold by weight, in kilograms. This purchasing method allows you to find interesting specimens to add to your collection, although there is a risk that unscrupulous sellers may have already removed all valuable items from such lots.
| Platform | Country | Features |
| unc.ua | Ukraine | Specializes in numismatics and other collectibles. Prices are often more favorable than in Russia. |
| auction.violity.com | Ukraine | A major auction platform primarily aimed at a Ukrainian audience. |
| vatera.hu | Hungary | A local classifieds board, similar to Avito. Useful for finding rare Hungarian coins not available on the Russian market. |
| ru.skelbiu.lt | Lithuania | A Lithuanian classifieds board, convenient for finding coins for in-person transactions if you are in the country. |
To find coins from specific countries, it makes sense to turn to local foreign online platforms. Prices on them can be significantly lower than on Russian resources, but the main difficulty is arranging delivery.
When working with such sites, you may need the help of acquaintances living in the respective country to receive and forward the item. In some cases, you can arrange for direct international shipping with the seller. Online translators and international payment systems can be useful for communication and payment.
One of the world's largest platforms for buying coins is eBay.com. Here you can find specimens from all over the world, including unique and rare coins that are almost never found on other sites.
However, when using this platform, there are several important points to consider. Coin prices are often inflated compared to Russian platforms. Additionally, you must always carefully check the shipping cost, which can be very high and make the purchase uneconomical.
A small life hack for searching: to find more offers from foreign sellers and stores, you can change your Google language settings to English and enter your search queries in English. This will broaden the search geography but does not eliminate the need to check shipping terms.
Professional auction houses that specialize in selling collectible coins form a separate category. They accept coins on commission and put them up for auction. Prices here are not fixed but are determined during the auction.
On such platforms, you can purchase coins at very favorable prices, especially during periods of low buyer activity, such as summer holidays. This is a good way to replenish not only your personal collection but also your so-called 'trade stock'—coins for future exchanges with other collectors.
An example is the purchase of a lot of seven Finnish coins in good condition (VF, VF+) for 157 rubles at the 'Konros' auction. The average cost of one coin in this lot was just over 20 rubles, which is a very good deal.
Some online coin catalogs provide users with the ability not only to track their collection but also to exchange or sell coins. This is a convenient tool as it allows for direct contact with other numismatists.
One of the most popular such resources is uCoin.net. On the site, you can view lists of coins that other users are offering for exchange or sale and contact them to make a deal. It is the primary resource for coin swapping for many collectors.
Similar functions are available on the international catalog website Numista.com. Here you can also find other collectors and arrange for an exchange or purchase. Payment in such cases is usually made through international systems like PayPal or via card-to-card transfer services.
Specialized forums represent an entire ecosystem for collectors, where you can not only communicate but also trade. This is a large and deep niche that requires a certain level of immersion.
These forums often host auctions where you can buy coins, banknotes, and other items. One of the largest numismatic forums in the Russian-speaking internet is Coins.su. Trading is active here, and many experienced collectors make purchases.
Another interesting type of forum is platforms for treasure hunters, such as Reviewdetector.ru. Members of these communities sell the coins they find. Here you can find rare specimens dug up from the ground, often at attractive prices.
Social networks are increasingly being used for buying and selling coins. Instagram and VKontakte are particularly popular for this purpose.
More and more accounts are appearing on Instagram that host numismatic auctions. They often specialize in a specific theme, such as coins of the Russian Empire. You can find them by searching for the word 'coins'.
On VKontakte, there are a huge number of groups dedicated to numismatics. In them, members post their coins for sale. However, you should be cautious when buying in such groups, as there is a risk of encountering scammers. There are both general and highly specialized groups, for example, for coins from India or France. You can also find sellers of collecting accessories on social media.
There is a large number of online stores specializing in the sale of coins. Prices and assortments can vary greatly: some items may be cheaper than at auctions, while others are more expensive. Therefore, it's always worth comparing offers before buying.
This list is far from complete, but it includes platforms verified through personal experience or the experience of fellow collectors.
Besides specialized platforms, common search engines like Google or Yandex are effective tools for finding coins. A well-formulated query will help you find offers from a wide variety of sources.
Such a search will show results from all available platforms, including online stores and auctions. There is also a trick to broaden the search: you can change your Google language settings to English and enter the query in English. This will allow you to see offers on foreign websites that do not appear in Russian-language search results, but it is important to remember the cost of international shipping.
