Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 minutes ago

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In this episode, we sit down with Don Kagin, the CEO and President of Kagin's, Inc., one of the most renowned coin dealers in the United States. We explore the history of his family-owned numismatic business, the oldest of its kind in the country. Don shares his experiences of entering the family business, the challenges and joys of filling his father's shoes, and the evolution of the coin-collecting industry. We delve into Don's educational journey, his groundbreaking work in pioneering gold, and his role in the American Numismatic Association. Additionally, Don discusses future trends in the hobby, including the potential impact of fractional ownership and blockchain technology. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that spans decades of expertise and innovation in the numismatic world.

00:00 Introduction to Don Kagan
00:44 Early Life and Family Business
01:28 Passion for Numismatics
06:02 Educational Journey
10:29 Pioneer Gold and Doctoral Dissertation
12:46 Mentorship and Career Advice
21:30 The Importance of the Red Book
29:17 Unique Coins and Proofs Discussion
30:03 Territorial Gold and the Dukes Creek Collection
34:04 Pioneer Gold Presentations and Storytelling
38:07 Involvement with the ANA and Educational Contributions
49:07 Future Trends in Numismatics and Fractional Ownership
53:24 Reflections on the Coin Industry and Final Thoughts