is the nation's oldest family owned numismatic firm. The Kagin family’s first numismatic offices opened in Des Moines, IA in 1933 by founder A.M. Over the next seven decades, Art and his family’s passion for numismatics solidified Kagin’s worldwide reputation as one of the industries preeminent numismatic firms. Today, that firm is under the capable leadership of Art’s son, Don who continues this
tradition leading Kagin’s and furthering the company’s commitment to education: Don lobbied for, and created the United States’ first accredited Numismatic Bachelor’s and Ph.D. Through the years, Kagin’s commitment to excellence continues in part, by employing some of the leading numismatic minds such as Kenneth Bressett, Dr. George Fuld, Ron Howard, and David McCarthy, to name a few. Numismatics is not just a business to us; it is a passion and a way of life. Our greatest excitement is working with our clients to assemble meaningful, personal collections of Pioneer Gold, early U.S. Type, Colonials, Patterns, Classic Rarities, Errors, Paper Currency, California Fractional Gold, Ingots, and Western Americana. With our experience, integrity and passion, we remain committed to obtaining the finest and rarest specimens on behalf of our clients. Our strong family foundation, commitment to professional service, and our talented numismatic professionals are the reasons Kagin’s has successfully weathered the last 77 years of changing economic times. Our boutique sized company emphasizes personal consultations; we offer personalized advice from acquiring and building your collection through the steps of final dispersal. Call a Kagin's team member to develop your personalized portfolio today.
