Cobb’s Galleries
Antiquing and Collecting Since 1981
story by cindy burbage photography by miranda osborn-sutphe
Located in heart of historic Savannah, Cobb’s Galleries is poised on the corner of Abercorn and E 37th Street at the historic Krouskoff House. Upon entering the gallery, you are taken back in time with the atmosphere of the 1895 house that furnishes more than 250,000 antiques and collectibles.
Al Cobb, Sr., owner of Cobb’s Galleries, began his love and appreciation for heirlooms with gold and silver. His debut store was called Cobb’s Gold and Silver Galleries; over the years, he expanded to handle a wider array of collectibles. The polished antique dealer expanded his business to include art, antiques, jewelry, pocket and wristwatches, coins and currency, Civil War relics, post cards, stamps, antique dolls, toys, games and not to mention thousands of other collectibles which include 6,000 vintage vinyl record albums , and the largest collection of cookbooks in Georgia (approximately 6,000). There are 6,000 each of vintage comic books, magazines, figurines and art pottery in stock. Also included in the collections are leather bound classic novels published by Easton Press along with Hamilton Mint.
With the wide variety of treasures, Al Cobb shared, “We still buy all kinds of sterling silver and gold items. We buy and sell singles, rolls and bags of 90% silver coins to ½ dimes to silver dollars.” Gold coins and international coins and paper money can also be bought and sold; this includes entire coin and currency collections. Cobb Galleries is also in the market to purchase stamps, Civil War memorabilia, post cards and token and medal collections as well. “I really need to emphasize that we need to buy / trade out or barter for broken, dented, scratched and unwanted sterling silver jewelry and sterling flatware and hollow ware. Gold jewelry and gold or platinum scrap can be repurposed into jewelry/ coins/ medals and more flatware for the future generations is also a need,” the antique dealer shared. “Rare coins and paper money from the USA and around the world needs special attention too. Also, Grandpa’s and Granny’s old yellow gold dentures , bridgework and teeth get a good laugh out of many people who have no use for them other than melt down for the Gold.” With the banks only five blocks away, Cobb Galleries offers one hour or less service in most buying transactions; customers can get their cash today.
Buying and selling of item of yesterday is not the only flair of Cobb’s Galleries. Al Cobb, Sr. has been an estate and insurance appraiser since the 1970’s. His numerous years of experience allow him to appraise any ancient, antique or modern day collectible. In fact, his services are trusted by many local companies. Prices are competitive: a verbal appraisal for up to ten items is $100 and written ones for insurance and estate purposes are $250 plus 10% per thousand, based on the total evaluation.
Cobb’s Galleries has been a familiar name in Savannah and the surrounding areas for more than 36 years; their memorable reputation is based on their honesty and their five star ratings on all fronts. This includes their Better Business Bureau listing and a 100% on EBay. Please visit savannahantique.com for more information on the gallery and their collections. The shop is open Monday – Saturday 9am-2:30; later appointments can be made by calling the gallery at 912-234-1582. . Each room of the gallery is bursting with riches of yesterday and today; waiting for you to come explore and claim.
