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Dupre Coins & Precious Metals

Welcome to Dupre Coins & Precious Metals

The Premier Precious
Metals Dealer

We pay the highest prices for your jewelry & flatware. Whether buying, selling, or appraising, we use our knowledge and experience to provide the best customer service in the precious metals industry. Sell and invest with the best precious metals dealer today.
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About us

Dupre Coins & Precious Metals

Locally owned and operated since 2008

Experience You Can Trust

Founded by René de la Tour in 2008, Dupre Coins & Precious Metals is now owned and operated by his son, William de la Tour. William continues the company’s longstanding commitment to honest evaluations, knowledgeable service, and secure precious-metals transactions.

Whether you are an experienced collector, investing in bullion, or handling an inherited collection, we will help you understand what you have and what it is worth in today’s market.

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Why Choose Us

Your Trusted Precious Metals Dealer in Louisiana

Knowledgeable Evaluations

We carefully identify, test, and evaluate your items while explaining how their value is determined.

Secure Transactions

We provide a professional and confidential environment for transactions of all sizes, backed by fast, secure payment.

A Wide Range of Tangible Assets

From Gold & Silver bullion to jewelry, rare coins, and collectible currency, we carry a diverse inventory of tangible assets for preserving wealth, collecting, and investing.

A Reputation Built Over Decades

Over 40 years, our family has served customers in the precious metals, and numimatic industry with knowledgeable, straightforward, and dependable service.

Purchasing Power of the U.S. Dollar

Did you know what the value of the dollar used to be?

1913

($1.00)

The Federal Reserve Act creates a central bank with the ability to manage the country’s money supply

1933

($0.75)

FDR’s executive order makes it illegal to hold gold coins, bullion, or certificates

1944

($0.55)

Bretton Woods establishes the USD as the world’s reserve currency

1971

($0.25)

Nixon closes the “gold window”, ends Bretton Woods agreement, & begins the modern-day fiat currency system

2008

($0.08)

Quantitative easing (EQ1) begins in response to financial crisis

2021

($0.03

The Biden Administration approved printing 4x the standard amount of USD

Purchasing Power of The US Dollar - Bureau of Labor Statistics Graph

"Hyperinflation" has forced some countries to replace, or even discard their currency.

"Hyperinflation" has force some countries to replace, or even discard their currency.

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Dollar Zimbabwe

(2000 - 2009)

Exchange Rate: 10 billion to 1

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Papiermark Germany

(1922 - 1923)

Exchange Rate: 10 trillion to 1

Peso Argentina Currency Bill

Peso Argentina

(1975 - 1992)

Exchange Rate: 100 billion to 1

Timeless Assets

Protecting Purchasing Power in a Changing Dollar

The supply of U.S. dollars has grown dramatically over time, while inflation steadily reduces what those dollars can buy. Gold and silver offer something different – tangible assets with limited supply and a history of preserving value across generations.

We’re here to help you understand why precious metals matter and how they can play a role in preserving your purchasing power.

Path to Success

Our Services

We are your one-stop shop for all aspects of precious metals.

Sell Precious Metals

Have gold or silver that you no longer wish to hold? We’ll gladly take it off of your hands at the best price possible.

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Invest In Precious Metals

We proudly sell gold and silver to those seeking financial security and stability via a sound investment.

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Buy & Sell Rare Coins

Whether you’re building a collection, diversifying into tangible assets, or ready to sell, our experience and passion for numismatics can help you confidently buy and sell rare coins and historic currency.

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Learn Why To Invest

We provide a plethora of information explaining why precious metals are the best investment that you can make.

Our Appraisal PRocess

Selling Your Valuables should Be Simple

Whether you’re selling a single coin or an entire collection, we make the process straightforward, professional, and confidential. Our experience allows us to properly identify what you have, explain its value, and make a competitive offer based on current market conditions.

Let Us Take a Look

Bring your coins, precious metals, jewelry, or paper currency to our Mandeville location. No appointment is necessary for most transactions, and there is never any obligation to sell.

Receive a Professional Evaluation

We’ll carefully evaluate your items and explain what you have and how we determine their value. We consider precious-metal content, rarity, condition, collector demand, and current market prices.

Accept Our Offer & Get Paid

If you decide to sell, we’ll complete the transaction and arrange prompt, secure payment. From everyday transactions to substantial collections, we provide a professional and confidential selling experience.

Reviews

Client Testimonials

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Aaron Matherne
March 12, 2024
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I recently visited and it's by far the best coin shop I've been to. The owner was extremely nice. I will never do business with anyone else. I highly recommend anyone looking to sell silver or gold to visit this place. You will be extremely satisfied!!!!!
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jason pizani
February 14, 2024
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Great store, good prices, good service. Don’t even mess around elsewhere. Just got more silver from there today.
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Michael Trahan
February 12, 2024
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Excellent customer experience!!
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Julie Longo
February 2, 2024
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Very knowledgeable about the coins. They took time to explain. Great experience
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Privacy First
January 30, 2024
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Always reliable. Can't beat the prices, buying or selling. 5 stars!
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Mike Mckeithen
January 30, 2024
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Pulled up to the location and Mr Will was here immediately. Great guy, great business. If you are ever in need of amazing gold or silver coins, this is the place to come.
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Stephen Corn
January 23, 2024
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Easy communication and quick shipping.
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vincent gethings
January 17, 2024
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Great prices, some of the best around! Customer service and quality of the shipping packaging was outstanding.
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eddy javier blens martin
January 17, 2024
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Thank so much for ur business,10 /10 service and products , I'll comeback for more soon

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We Value Quality Service And Guarantee To Give You The Best Offer In Buying Or Selling Precious Metals Nationwide

Don’t miss out on preserving your wealth! Invest in Precious Metals with us today!