Why Choose Us

 
  Professional Numismatists Guild, Inc. (PNG) is a nonprofit organization made up of the world's top rare coin, paper money and precious metals experts.  PNG's mission is to make the hobby safe for collectors and investors and to ensure they are purchasing quality products.  To become a PNG Dealer, C. Michael Gonzalez had to meet strict membership requirements to include a rigorous set of ethical and financial standards, as well as agree to abide by PNG's Standard of Excellence. PNG is the only numismatic organization in the United States that restricts its membership to dealers who possess and demonstrate three essential qualifications: Knowledge, Integrity and Responsibility. Membership is exclusive, and invitation is limited.
  Certified Coin Exchange (CCE) is the largest online dealer-to-dealer numismatic network in the world; comprised of over 500 dealers from all over the United States. To become a member of the CCE network, dealers must be professional numismatists with extensive experience and excellent trading references from current dealers.  Members of CCE, specialize in a wide range of numismatic material and services. We’ve enjoyed full time membership since 2004.
     Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) is one of the world's largest and most trusted third-party coin grading company, with over 27 million coins graded.  Every coin certified by NGC is backed by the NGC guarantee of grade and authenticity.  Capstone Acquisitions,LP, features NGC graded coins for their accuracy, consistency and integrity. When you buy an NGC certified coin, you can buy with confidence.  Capstone Acquisitions, LP, had to meet NGC's strict membership requirements in order to become part of NGC's network of reputable Authorized Dealers. We enjoy a great working relationship with the finalizers in both US Coin and Ancients divisions.
  Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), with more than 24 million coins graded, is considered one of the industry standards in third-party certification. All PCGS certified coins are backed by a guarantee of grading accuracy and authenticity.  When you buy a PCGS certified coin, you can buy with confidence. Capstone Acquisitions LP., had to meet PCGS's strict membership requirements in order to become part of their network of reputable Authorized Dealers. We have fostered, and cultivated friendships at the highest levels with the top graders to get the best possible results quickly.
  American Numismatic Association (ANA) is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to educating and encouraging people to study and collect money and related items.  With nearly 28,000 members, the Association serves the academic community, collectors and the general public with an interest in numismatics.  C. Michael Gonzalez is a Life Member.
    Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust. Pinehurst Coin Exchange Inc., is accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), which means that they have determined that our business meets their Code of Business Practices.  The Code is built on the BBB Standard for Trust; eight principles that summarize important elements of creating and maintaining trust in business. Capstone Acquisitions, LP is AAA+ rated.
     CDN Exchange - formerly CoinPlex was established as the future of a dealer to dealer trading network.  Members of CDN exchange specialize in a wide variety of numismatic materials and services.  To become a member, each dealer must meet membership requirements to include reference checks.
    Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) is the most comprehensive third-party paper money grading and encapsulation service. With a knowledgeable staff of impartial paper money grading professionals, along with proven processes and standards, PMG is one of the preferred, most trusted paper money grading service for today's collectors.