Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co.
Antique store4.8(92 Google reviews)Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. is a antique store in Saint Joseph, IL. You’ll find it at 302 Northgate Drive, Saint Joseph, IL 61873. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in Saint Joseph.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 5 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Antique dealers price by research, age, and provenance, so expect fewer accidental bargains but far more depth per shelf — furniture, glass, jewelry, and collectibles with real history. Many dealers negotiate on larger pieces, especially for cash.
Shoppers rate it 4.8 out of 5 on Google across 92 reviews. 6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 302 Northgate Drive, Saint Joseph, IL 61873
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMSunday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +12174699001
Getting there
Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. is in Saint Joseph, Illinois.
Get directions40.11961, -88.04037
Before you go
- Bring cash and ask politely whether there is any flexibility on price — many dealers discount 10–20% for cash.
- Check marks, joints, and repairs; a phone photo of the maker’s mark lets you look up comparable sold prices before you commit.
- Measure doorways and your vehicle before falling for a large piece — most antique stores are cash-and-carry.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 4 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. located?
Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. is located at 302 Northgate Drive, Saint Joseph, IL 61873.
What are Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co.’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +12174699001 to confirm.
Is Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. open on Sunday?
Yes — Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 4 PM.
What kind of store is Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co.?
Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co. is a antique store in Saint Joseph, IL.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Mercantile Antiques & Trading Co.?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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