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Harlan J Berk Ltd Review: Services, Pricing, and Alternatives
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Harlan J Berk Ltd is a local gold and coin dealer in Chicago, Illinois. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 Google rating from 187 reviews.
Harlan J Berk Ltd overview
Harlan J Berk Ltd is a local gold and coin dealer in Chicago, Illinois. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 Google rating from 187 reviews.
This directory lists 13 gold and coin dealers in Chicago. Confirm current pricing and buyback terms directly with the company before you buy.
Harlan J Berk Ltd at a glance
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Type | Local gold and coin dealer |
| Customer rating | 4.5 out of 5 on Google, from 187 reviews |
| Phone | (312) 609-0016 |
Harlan J Berk Ltd services
- Local gold and coin dealer
What to ask Harlan J Berk Ltd before you buy
Every firm answers these differently, and the answers are what separate them. We do not publish fee or pricing data for the companies in this directory, so take these to the company directly and get the answers in writing.
- What is the total price including shipping and insurance?
- What would you pay to buy this same item back from me today?
- Is the metal shipped insured and tracked, and what happens if it arrives damaged?
- What is the return window, and does it differ for graded coins?
- For graded coins, which grading service certified them and what is the certification number?
- How is payment taken, and does the price change between quote and settlement?
Harlan J Berk Ltd FAQs
Where is Harlan J Berk Ltd located?
Harlan J Berk Ltd is based in Chicago, Illinois. Confirm current address and opening hours with the company before travelling to a location.
How do I contact Harlan J Berk Ltd?
Harlan J Berk Ltd lists the phone number (312) 609-0016. We publish contact details as we collected them, so check the company's own website for the current number before you call.
What does Harlan J Berk Ltd do?
Harlan J Berk Ltd is listed in this directory as a local gold and coin dealer. We list 27 gold and coin dealers in Illinois, and this is one of them.
How is Harlan J Berk Ltd rated?
Google reviewers rate Harlan J Berk Ltd 4.5 out of 5 across 187 reviews. That is a third party rating we collected rather than a score of our own, and we do not rank the companies in this directory by it.
What should I check before buying gold or silver from any dealer?
Ask for the total price in writing including shipping and insurance, and ask what the dealer will pay to buy the same item back on the day you buy it. That gap is the real cost of the transaction. Confirm the return window, ask whether the metal ships insured and tracked, and for coins sold as graded, confirm which grading service certified them.
Recent Google reviews about Harlan J Berk Ltd
These are the most recent Harlan J Berk Ltd reviews published on Google in Chicago. They are shown newest first, not filtered by rating, and they are the reviewers’ own words rather than our assessment.
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★★★★★
This place has really cool antiquities and coins. Silver and gold. You can hold something in your hand and that has been around for 3,000 years. They are very fair at their prices both buying and selling. And the people that work there are extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
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★★★★★
This is a wonderful place with excellent material and even better staff. Zach was very helpful and patient. Aaron happened by and took a couple minutes to say hello despite being busy. 11/10 experience.
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★★★★★
been here many times and always leave happy with the selection and prices. staff are great
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- Morton Grove Coins & Collectibles Morton Grove
- A-1 Jewelry & Coin Buyers Chicago
- DMK Metal Lake Forest
- Eagle Coin Stamp & Jewelry Co. O'Fallon
- Harbor Coin Gurnee
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Harlan J Berk Ltd alternatives
Comparing gold IRA companies? Here is how this company compares with our recommended gold and silver IRA company, and why we recommend Augusta Precious Metals.
| Harlan J Berk Ltd | Augusta Precious Metals (our pick) | |
|---|---|---|
| Guidance model | Varies by company | Education-first, one on one |
| Account setup | Often self-directed | Custodian and depository coordinated for you |
| Best for | One-time bullion buyers | Retirement savers funding a gold IRA |
Our editorial comparison, based on public information. We recommend Augusta Precious Metals.
- Education-first onboarding through a one on one web conference before any account is opened.
- Coordinates the self-directed custodian and the approved depository for you.
- Transparent about pricing, with lifetime support from the same account team.



