The Coins Shop
The Coins Shop
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All real coins cut by hand! The Coins Shop is a very unique place of handcraft,history,art and creativity! A must see in Stone Town,Zanzibar ! If you worry that your bag will be too heavy for the plane,but still want to find great gifts for everyone then this is the place you need! Personalized designs available on a simple request. Your name on a coin of your choice,letters,logos,symbols and more ! From pendants to earrings,bracelets,key chains to puzzles and frameworks. All our coins are carefully designed and cut by hand using a tiny handsaw and a lot of patience! We ship worldwide. Thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon :)
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Melome96
28 contributions
This is an amazing store with a super interesting owner/ coin master ;)
We really loved so many pieces and it took us forever to decide which ones to buy. The coin-necklaces are so beautiful and unique - and for a great price. We are so happy to have found this amazing store and recommend it whole-heartedly!
We really loved so many pieces and it took us forever to decide which ones to buy. The coin-necklaces are so beautiful and unique - and for a great price. We are so happy to have found this amazing store and recommend it whole-heartedly!
Written May 25, 2022
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yasodhee M
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates61 contributions
Solo
I contacted the store via email before placing my order . They were quick to respond and continued to communicate via WhatsApp. Sissy was very helpful in advising about their products, and even in arranging to have my order delivered to my resort for a small additional cost. Their products are excellent quality and make for lovely personalized gifts or even keepsakes for yourself. I highly recommend visiting the store or even their website if you are unable to physically go to the store . They offer a wide variety of products and aim please their customers as best as they can .
Written October 23, 2021
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superk64
shaker heights19 contributions
Couples
This is a great place to find very unique gifts. I found cut out coins with the birth year of my family members and friends making it a personalized gift. The prices are marked. The price reflects the amount of detail and skill. I found a gift for 18 dollars and a beautiful coin for myself with great detail for 45 dollars. My coin had all negative space removed showing the accent details clearly. I love it!
Written February 18, 2017
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Travelwithme
Cape Town Central, South Africa305 contributions
Amazing little shop in Stonetown.Here you find the artist explaining his craft - coins from all over the world. Lovely souvenir and friendly shopkeeper - well priced.
Written March 2, 2021
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travelforfun2233
Fruita, CO192 contributions
This shop has more than souvenirs- they carry gifts that will become treasured keepsakes. I am so glad that I did some research before my trip and found this gem. I was able to bring some specific coins from home that have special significance to me. I bought two coins from the shop that were already made and then I left two coins for them to make with special inscriptions. They took my information and said they would be mailed out to me within a few days. Due to customs and such it took a few weeks to reach me at home but I was so very pleased with their work. One was sent off as a gift to a friend who truly loved it and the other was for me. I wear it all the time and it is a great reminder of my wonderful time in Africa.
Asante Sana.
Asante Sana.
Written December 1, 2019
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Rikke B
Aarhus, Denmark29 contributions
Friends
We ordered two necklaces with the motive of the world and he was a bit late, because of an emergency, but they delivered and they were very friendly and telling us that he was on his way and everything.
The necklaces are so cute and this is definitely a place I would recommend.
The necklaces are so cute and this is definitely a place I would recommend.
Written August 1, 2019
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77ras
Solihull, UK13 contributions
Couples
We spotted positive comments on Tripadvisor so looked out for the Coins Shop & were glad we did. We chatted about the process of making the cut-outs and were amazed there weren’t more rejects. In the end we came away with 5 coins and were very pleased with the souvenirs.
Written June 29, 2018
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Aelfrieda S
Belfast, UK2 contributions
Solo
Fantastic staff, beautiful unique coins and good value! Don't miss it on your visit to Zanzibar! They also have an online shop and Sisi is really helpful!
Written April 15, 2015
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Thank you so so much !!!
Was lovely meeting you :)
Written May 3, 2015
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Paul S
Muscat, Oman55 contributions
Such an interesting shop, all hand made from real coins amazing, the guys at Coins Shop are so helpful and will make you anything you want! Yes they will make your design!
Written October 9, 2020
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Marlies5737
Cape Town, South Africa35 contributions
Family
Visited this store with my children and we were all fascinated at the level of detail of the work. Definitely worth a visit
Written February 7, 2020
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@Coin shop hi there, I really want to know if you can buy (old American rare coins),I have same,I have same "Dime,one Lincoln sent penny, half quouter,and I have (super rare 1990D cent... thanks
elize012016
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia11 contributions
Do you sell old kruger ponds?
TheCoinsShop
Zanzibar Island, Tanzania82 contributions
Thank you for the question.
We don’t have any kruger ponds available.
If you have your own we can cut it for you.
Hur lång tid tar det att få ett mynt gjort och ungefärligt pris? Hinner man få det från ena dagen till nästa?
TheCoinsShop
Zanzibar Island, Tanzania82 contributions
Thank you for the question!
The fastest we can process a custom order is one day(from today for tomorrow),depending on how many orders we have in the moment.
njrd2016
Ridgewood, NJ10 contributions
we are visiting Zanzibar on Nov 6
How far is your place from Ocean Resort?
Ogy Kovachev
Sofia, Bulgaria1,324 contributions
The Coin Shop is in the heart of the Stone Town so it is about an hour and a half to drive there. It is awesome. Worth visiting...
The Coins Shop (Stone Town) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about The Coins Shop
- Hotels near The Coins Shop:
- (0.00 mi) Casa Italia B&B
- (0.01 mi) Maru Maru Hotel, stone Town Zanzibar
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- (0.01 mi) Maru Maru Hotel , Stone Town Zanzibar
- (0.01 mi) Maru Maru Hotel stone Town Zanzibar
- Restaurants near The Coins Shop:
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- (0.01 mi) Cafe Africa Shops
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- (0.02 mi) Karafuu Coffee House
- (0.02 mi) Terrace Restaurant at Maru Maru Hotel, Zanzibar