Capo's Coin Shop

CURRENTLY AVAILABLE: one of the most iconic notes ever printed in the united states.
this is the 1899 $5 silver certificate, commonly known as the indian chief note.
the portrait features running antelope, a hunkpapa lakota chief. although he’s shown wearing a full feathered war bonnet, the original photograph he was engraved from didn’t include one. it was added by the engraver, creating one of the most recognizable, but historically inaccurate, designs in u.s. paper money.
as a silver certificate, this note could once be redeemed for five silver dollars held by the u.s. treasury.
over 125 years later, it’s still considered one of the most beautiful and collectible pieces of american currency ever produced.

60 years on east passyunk avenue, and we still wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.
this neighborhood has watched us grow, and we’ve had the privilege of serving generations of families for decades. being part of this community is something we’ll never take for granted.
if you have gold, silver, bullion, coins, or scrap jewelry you’re thinking about selling, we’d love to help. stop by the shop or call to schedule an appointment.
thank you, East Passyunk Avenue BID 🤍

here’s a sneak peak of what we have in our .999 silver case at the moment….. 👀
swing by and take a look!
hours this week:
monday through friday 10-4:30pm
closed saturday & sunday

coins aren’t the only thing we’re buying.
have sterling silver jewelry you never wear? broken chains? mismatched earrings? old bracelets tucked away in a drawer?
bring them to us. we’ll test everything while you wait and make a cash offer on the spot!
turn forgotten jewelry into cash. here until 4! 💵

a piece of philadelphia history.
issued in 1902 by the manayunk national bank, this $10 national bank note is a reminder of a time when local banks issued their own currency.
every charter number, signature, and bank title tells part of the story, making these notes some of the most personal pieces of american paper money to collect.
📍 hours this week
monday–friday: 10:00–4:30
saturday: 10:00–3:00
sunday: 11:00–2:00
always buying:
• gold, silver, & platinum coins & buillon
• scrap gold & sterling jewelry
• large size paper currency

your favorite father daughter duo behind the counter 🖤
three generations of coin dealers. one family owned shop that’s been serving south philly since 1966.
whether you’re a lifelong collector or just found an old coin in your drawer, we’d love to meet you.

🕰️ hours this week:
Mon–Fri: 10–4:30
Sat: 10–3
Sun: 11–2:30

PSA: don’t spend your silver!
if you’re sorting through old change, here’s what to keep:
• 1964 & earlier dimes, quarters & half dollars = 90% silver
• Morgan & Peace Dollars = 90% silver
• War Nickels (1942 - 1945) = 35% silver
• Kennedy Half Dollars (1965–1969) = 40% silver

you never know what could be hiding in an old piggy bank, a grandparent’s coin jar, or that forgotten coffee can in the basement.
bring your finds to Capo’s Coins - we’re always happy to take a look and let you know what you’ve got 👀💰

every family business has a beginning... this is ours.
meet the man, the myth, the legend: my great-grandfather, victor capo, sr.
in 1966, while working a full time job and after serving our country, he turned his love of coins into something more. what started as a part-time passion—opening the shop on nights and weekends—slowly grew into the family business we know today.
he built this shop with hard work, honesty, and a genuine love for the hobby. those values are still at the heart of everything we do, nearly 60 years later.
these old photos aren’t just snapshots—they’re the foundation of capo’s coins. every coin that’s come through our doors, every customer we’ve met, and every generation that’s carried this business forward started with one man’s dream.
here’s to you, pop-pop. thank you for building something worth preserving. ❤️

they don’t call it the black eagle for nothing 🦅
issued in 1899, this $1 silver certificate earned its nickname from the massive eagle spreading its wings across the center of the note. it was once redeemable for silver dollars and has become one of the most iconic pieces of u.s. paper money ever printed.
this beauty is currently available in the shop!

if you’ve been meaning to stop by... this is your sign 😉
we’re open the rest of the week and always buying & selling gold, silver, coins, and jewelry!
we’ll be taking the holiday weekend off and will be closed Saturday & Sunday. wishint everyone a safe and happy fourth!