Coin Dealer and Numismatist
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$56,000/yr
Typical range
$35,000 – $90,000
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Coin Dealer and Numismatist does
Buys, grades, and sells rare coins, currency, and medals through shop retail, coin shows, and online auctions, using metallurgical knowledge and market expertise to identify undervalued pieces.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
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