5 Best Antique Dealers in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

An antique in Johannesburg can mean a Victorian teapot, a war medal, or a gold Krugerrand you inherited and have no idea what to do with, and the antique dealers in Johannesburg you need change with the item. Between them, the shops on this page have logged more than 550 Google reviews, and the ratings run from 4.4 up to 4.8, tight enough that what actually separates them is specialty, not quality.

Short answer: J&J Antiques and Collectables tops the list at 4.8 stars across 111 reviews, specialising in buying gold, silver, Krugerrands and luxury watches at Bedfordview. Clyde on 4th Antiques (4.7, 108 reviews) and Countrystyle Antiques (4.7, 104 reviews) are the strongest picks for furniture and general antiques browsing rather than selling valuables for cash.

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How Johannesburg's Antique Dealers Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	J&J Antiques and Collectables	4.8 ★	111	Selling gold, silver and Krugerrands	View ›
2	Clyde on 4th Antiques Melville	4.7 ★	108	Antique furniture and restoration	View ›
3	Countrystyle Antiques	4.7 ★	104	Large antique furniture selection	View ›
4	Trouvé	4.7 ★	104	Vintage decor with a coffee shop	View ›
5	Hunters Rest Antiques	4.4 ★	129	Established Randburg antique shop	View ›

5 Best Antique Dealers in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

J&J Antiques and Collectables

4.8111 Google reviews

J&J Antiques and Collectables is a Bedfordview buyer of gold, silver, Krugerrands, diamonds, luxury watches and war medals, built around free on-the-spot valuations and same-day EFT payment. Its site frames the whole process as call, visit, get a valuation, then get paid, which fits customers looking to liquidate valuables quickly rather than browse a shop floor. It operates nationwide and has built a reputation specifically around buying rather than selling antiques.

What people praise

Staff repeatedly praised by name, especially Renel, for patient and knowledgeable service
Described as transparent, with the process explained clearly before any deal is made
Reviewers say offers reflect fair, real-time market value
Courier collection option praised for convenience

Worth knowing

One detailed review describes a low offer on a mixed-metal item and a rushed, unclear valuation process
Geared toward buying gold, silver and Krugerrands rather than browsing antique furniture or decor

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume111 · 88th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The top pick if you are selling gold, silver, Krugerrands or watches and want a fast, documented process. Ask for a full written breakdown of how any offer is calculated before you accept.

Website +27101109269 Directions

1 Kramer Rd, Bedfordview, Germiston, 2008

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Clyde on 4th Antiques Melville

4.7108 Google reviews

Clyde on 4th Antiques Melville is an antique store and furniture restoration business on 4th Avenue, dealing in furniture, china, and decorative pieces both in-store and through an online shop. Reviewers describe rare finds like Royal Crown Derby teapots and vintage coffee sets, and the shop ships purchases nationally with careful packing.

What people praise

Owner Clyde personally credited for keeping buyers updated throughout an order
Items consistently arrive well packed with no breakages reported
Praised for accurate item descriptions on the online store
Recommended repeatedly for rare and specialty pieces

Worth knowing

A handful of lower ratings are unexplained in the review text
Limited weekday hours, closing mid-afternoon most days

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume108 · 83th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick for furniture and decorative antiques, especially if you are buying online and need reliable shipping. The personal touch from the owner comes up again and again.

Website +27828834933 Directions

75 4th Ave, Melville, Johannesburg, 2092

#3🕑 Open 1 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Countrystyle Antiques

4.7104 Google reviews

Countrystyle Antiques is an Edenvale antique furniture warehouse run by owners Gideon and Buks, describing itself as a mixture of vintage, antique and collectable pieces with something for most budgets. Reviewers consistently mention the sheer size of the collection, calling it a hidden gem worth setting aside real time to browse.

What people praise

Large, varied stock repeatedly described as a hidden gem
Praised for good discounts on furniture purchases
Restoration work on antique lighting specifically praised
Friendly, helpful staff mentioned across multiple visits

Worth knowing

Only open Saturdays according to the listed hours
A browsing-heavy layout that rewards setting aside real time

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume104 · 70th

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown80% 5-star

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Our take: Worth the trip if you want a genuinely large selection of antique furniture and are happy to browse rather than shop with a specific item in mind.

Website +27824163709 Directions

147 7th Ave, Edenvale, Johannesburg, 1609

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Trouvé

4.7104 Google reviews

Trouve is a vintage and antique merchant in Bergbron, Randburg, combining a curated furniture and decor shop with an on-site coffee shop, Cafe Le Trouve. It also stocks Annie Sloan chalk paint and DIY refinishing supplies, so it serves both antique buyers and people restoring their own furniture at home.

What people praise

Reviewers frequently pair a visit with the on-site coffee shop, calling the combination a memorable experience
Described as beautifully decorated with a wide, well-curated range
Friendly, helpful owners and staff mentioned across several reviews
Praised as good value for the quality of pieces on offer

Worth knowing

Closed Mondays
Reviewers joke it is easy to spend more than planned once inside

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume104 · 70th

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

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Our take: A good pick if you want an antiquing trip that doubles as an outing, with a genuinely different browsing experience from a straight furniture warehouse.

Website +27815473652 Directions

118 Long Rd, Bergbron, Randburg, 1712

#5🕑 Open 1 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Hunters Rest Antiques

4.4129 Google reviews

Hunters Rest Antiques is a Randburg antique furniture and collectables shop established in 1997 by owners Deon and Kitsa De Kock. It stocks vintage decor, old teller machines, bicycles and hand-crafted furniture, and reviewers describe it as one of the standout stops on Long Road's antique strip.

What people praise

Described by multiple reviewers as among the best antique shops on Long Road
Free cake and cappuccino on Saturdays mentioned as a nice touch
Staff called the friendliest and most welcoming of any local antique shop
Nearly three decades in business under the same owners

Worth knowing

One reviewer notes you need deep pockets for the better pieces
Only open Saturdays according to the listed hours, with weekday hours listed on its own site

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume129 · 93th

Confidencemoderate

Recency9 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown61% 5-star

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Our take: Ranks here on strong review volume and a long track record, though its 4.4 rating sits a bit lower than the others, reflecting a wider spread of experiences on price and value.

Website +27833117117 Directions

180 Long Rd, Newlands, Randburg, 2092

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg antique dealers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from over a hundred people carries more weight than a perfect score from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What do antiques cost or pay out in Johannesburg? (2026)

Prices for antiques vary hugely by item, material and rarity, and none of the dealers on this page publish fixed price lists since valuations are done per item. If you are selling gold, silver or Krugerrands, ask for the offer to be broken down against the current market rate for the metal weight and purity, which several reviewers say helped them judge whether an offer was fair.

Serving all of Johannesburg

These dealers are spread across Johannesburg’s northern and eastern suburbs, including Melville, Randburg, Bedfordview and Edenvale. Searching for an antique dealer near me? Check each listing below for a live phone number and directions to the closest shop.

What to ask before you sell or buy from an antique dealer

If selling: how is the offer calculated, and can I see the breakdown against current market rates?
Do you specialise in specific items, such as furniture, gold and jewellery, or fine art?
Is payment made on the spot, or does it take days to process?
Do you offer restoration or repair services for damaged pieces?
Can you provide provenance or authenticity documentation for a purchase?
Do you offer delivery or shipping for larger furniture pieces?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these Johannesburg antique dealers?

We started from every antique dealer in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Where should I go to sell gold or Krugerrands in Johannesburg?

J&J Antiques and Collectables is the strongest-rated option on this page specifically for selling gold, silver, Krugerrands and luxury watches, with a fast valuation and EFT payment process.

Where can I find antique furniture in Johannesburg?

Countrystyle Antiques, Clyde on 4th, Trouve and Hunters Rest Antiques all specialise in antique and vintage furniture, each with a different browsing experience from warehouse-style volume to curated boutique.

The bottom line

If you are selling valuables for cash, J&J Antiques and Collectables is the safe default on rating and review volume. If you are hunting for furniture or decor, Clyde on 4th and Countrystyle both have strong track records, so let the specialty guide the choice rather than the star rating alone.

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