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ra Goldberg has been a professional numismatist for over 45 years. He currently co-owns and operates Ira and Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc. in Beverly Hills, California. In the company’s June 1, 1999 auction, a World Record was set as a $20 gold 1907 Ultra High Relief hammered for $1, 210,000, becoming the first gold coin ever to realize over one million dollars at public auction. Prior to the formation of his own company in 1998, Mr. Goldberg served as Vice President of Superior, an A-Mark Co. (1994-1998), and prior to 1994, as owner and President of Superior Stamp and Coin Company (Beverly Hills, CA), which, at that time, was one of the largest numismatic and philatelic auction houses in the world; it was founded by Mr. Goldberg’s grandfather in 1931. Ira is a widely recognized expert on United States coinage from Colonials through Modern issues; he is also a widelyrespected authority on ancient Greek, Roman and Judean coinages and antiquities, as well as world gold, world crowns and minors. In addition, Mr. Goldberg has given lectures on a variety of numismatic subjects to coin clubs and numismatic organizations. He has also written feature articles for The Numismatist, Coin World, Numismatic News, The Manuscript Society, and other industry publications, and has been a contributor for many years to two of the most important numismatic reference books in the industry: The Guide Book of United States Coins (“The Red Book”) and The Handbook of United States Coins (“The Blue Book”). In the field of ancient coins, he is a consultant and contributor to A Guide to Biblical Coins and, with Larry Goldberg, co-edited Money of the World - Coins that Made History (Whitman), a book which won the NLG Award for Best World Coin Book for 2008. Ira Goldberg is a licensed and bonded auctioneer in California and New York, and is an expert cataloger. He has served as consultant and advisor to many famous personalities such as Buddy Epsen, Joshua Heifetz, and Los Angeles Lakers’ owner Jerry Buss, building and selling numismatic collections for them, and he has handled America’s single most important numismatic item, the King of Siam Set, three different times - once privately and twice at auction. In 2008, the King of Siam Set brought a record-breaking $8.5 million. On May 28, 2009, Ira and Larry Goldberg auctioned The Millennia Collection, which realized over $24 million, the most a World Coin Auction has brought in a single day. Ira served on the board of directors of the Professional Numismatic Guild (member #153) for the maximum tenyear limit and as its President (1993-1995). He has also served on various committees for the American Numismatic Association, in addition to serving as an authenticator for their authentication service. Mr. Goldberg is a life member of the American Numismatic Association (LM-838), the Numismatic Literary Guild, the Manuscript Society, and other trade organizations. He has acted as a consultant to the Columbus-America Discovery Group regarding the find
aboard the S.S. Central America, to date the largest recovery of United States gold coins of any treasure salvage operation, and is a partner in the California Gold Marketing Group, the entity responsible for the sale of the treasure. In addition, Mr. Goldberg is responsible for his company’s successful ventures into other areas of the collectibles business. He has expertise in such diverse fields as historical manuscripts, Hollywood and sports memorabilia, animation art, modern and antique jewelry, and selected areas of fine art. Ira Goldberg has also been an appraiser for many of the major banks and insurance companies in California. He has appeared as an expert witness, both in deposition and in court, numerous times, including appearances as appointee of the Federal Trade Commission, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Postal Service, and the I.R.S. He currently teaches “Coins that Made History” at the ANA Summer Seminar in Colorado Springs.
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awrence “Larry” Goldberg, a professional numismatist, currently co-owns and operates Ira and Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc., located in Beverly Hills, California.
Larry Goldberg worked for over 45 years at Superior Stamp and Coin Co., Inc. and was an owner and officer for over 20 years. Larry and his partner Ira Goldberg created the subsidiary company, Superior Galleries, which became one of the largest numismatic and philatelic auction houses in the world. Since 1970, when Superior conducted its first public coin auction, Larry supervised every sale through May 1998. In the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, Superior’s auctions grossed more in prices realized than any other numismatic auction house in the world. Larry was a consultant for the Columbus-America Discovery Group, the treasure salvage operation that found the S.S. Central America, or “The Ship of Gold.” This ship was laden with the largest numismatic treasure ever recovered. In 1999, Ira and Larry Goldberg were part of a group that purchased the S.S. Central America treasure, valued at over $100 million. This is still the world record for a numismatic purchase. On May 28, 2009, Ira and Larry Goldberg auctioned The Millennia Collection, which realized over $24 million, the most a World Coin Auction has brought in a single day. On September 6, 2009, Ira and Larry Goldberg auctioned a 1795 Reeded Edge Cent for $1,265,000, the highest price ever paid at auction for a copper coin. Larry Goldberg is a widely-recognized expert on all phases of United States coinage. For several years he hosted a live television program, Money Talks. His other specialties include United States currency and World gold and silver coinage. He is a contributor to two of the most popular numismatic reference books in the industry, The Guide Book of United States Coins (“The Red Book”), and The Handbook of the United States Coins (“The Blue Book”). He is also a contributor to many of the Krause numismatic publications. Most recently he, along with Ira Goldberg, co-edited the book Money of the World - Coins that Made History (Whitman). Over the years, Larry has helped to assemble and auction some of the most important collections ever sold. In November of 2005, the Goldbergs privately sold the world-renowned King of Siam Set for a record-breaking $8.5 million. This was the third time the Goldbergs have sold the set, also a record.
Larry Goldberg has been a member of the Professional Numismatic Guild (PNG #154) since 1969, and is a lifetime member of the American Numismatic Association (LM#845). He has been a member of the American Numismatic Society since 1969. He is also a licensed auctioneer in California. Larry Goldberg has appeared in depositions and court many times as an expert witness for the Federal Trade Commission, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Internal Revenue Service. He has also been an appraiser for many of the major banks and insurance companies in California.
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lenn joined the Goldbergs in 1978 at Superior Stamp and Coin as head bookkeeper. Over the years, his involvement with the company has expanded to include auctions as well as accounting. Glenn handled credit and customer relations for many years and eventually took over auction operations. Glenn has been involved with many of the Goldberg’s signature sales, including Robinson Brown , Buddy Ebsen, Ed Trompeter, Boys Town, Millennia, and Dan Holmes collections. Glenn left Superior in 2005 to rejoin the Goldberg’s as their General Manager.
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ason began at Goldberg’s in 2004 in the auction department. During his six years with the company, he has developed a genuine passion and aptitude for numismatics. In 2007, Jason began attending the ANA Summer Seminar Grading Courses. In 2009, Jason visited NGC to further develop his interest in grading coins and numismatics in general. He has also had the honor of working closely with Dr. Hesselgesser in the grading submissions for his beautiful Bust Dollar collection. Jason, an ANA member, now assists Ira and Larry as an auctioneer, handles phone bidding for major clients, and catalogues U.S. coins. He is an integral part of the future of Goldberg Coins.
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on Hosier is the Goldberg’s East Coast Representative, first partnering with the Goldbergs in 2000. Don makes many appearances at Coin Shows nationwide, and is present at all Goldberg auctions. He is a Life Member of PNG and ANA and is an authorized PCGS NGC and CAC dealer. Call him at 201-220-5793 to discuss consigning your coins or currency.
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illiam Walker has worked with the Goldbergs since 1989. He worked first with Superior and then was offered a job with Ira and Larry when they formed their own company. William now organizes all auction lots for each sale, oversees auction lot viewing, and shipping to successful bidders.
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everly Hill, Director of Manuscripts & Collectibles, has worked with manuscripts since 1992. Before moving to Los Angeles and getting into the auction business, Beverly taught French at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and at Lehman College in New York City. She was also a marketing director for the country’s flagship public television station: WNET/ Channel 13 in New York City. Beverly handles all aspects of the Manuscript and Collectibles Department: from working with potential consignors and buyers, establishing auction estimates, and
researching and writing the catalogue descriptions, to the administration of the department. She especially enjoys the friends and contacts she has made who share her love of history and literature. Today Beverly is considered among her peers as one of the most respected leaders in the field of manuscripts. In May 2010, she became vice president of The Manuscript Society, and in 2012 she will succeed to the presidency of this prestigious group.
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ohn Singer has worked with the Goldbergs since 2006 as their West Coast Representative, bringing in consignments for both the coin and collectibles auctions. John has been an avid coin and antique collector for most of his adult life and contributes his passion for these fields, as well as his experience, to the company.
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ichael first joined the Goldbergs at Superior Galleries in 1970 and managed the Stamp Department, soon adding Space and Aviation to his area of expertise.
One day, back in the late 1970’s, Buzz Aldrin (the Lunar Module Pilot on Apollo 11 and the second man to walk on the moon) walked into Superior Galleries in Beverly Hills and asked Michael: “Can you sell this envelope I carried with me to the Moon?”
That was Michael’s introduction to the fascinating world of Space Memorabilia. Michael became friends with Buzz and over the past 30 years has sold many other items from his personal collection. Michael orchestrated the first space memorabilia auction devoted exclusively to space memorabilia in January 1993. He has been an Expert Witness for NASA and has worked closely with numerous Mercury, Gemini and Apollo astronauts and their families. Michael now manages the Space Memorabilia and Stamp auctions for the Goldbergs. “I feel space memorabilia is history and it should not be lost or given away through lack of knowledge. Some of the most important memorabilia shows up from the most unexpected places.” - Michael Orenstein Call us to speak with Michael regarding appraisals and consignments of Space & Aviation Memorabila or Stamps.
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yle Engleson graduated from the Art Institute of Seattle in 1990 with majors in both Commercial Product Photography and Portraiture. He started his career by working with several top Hollywood photographers, including Jay Silverman and Ron Slenzak. Following his celebrity work, he became a staff photographer for the National Football League for 5 years, traveling across the country covering both league games and Super Bowls. In 1992, Lyle began his association with Ira & Larry Goldberg while working at Superior Galleries. While there, he began to craft his unique talent for photographing rare coins, a method that truly captures the
complex color and beauty of such exceptional metallic specimens. As a result, he has repeatedly received honorable mention for outstanding photography of Numismatics from various organizations and has had the honor of receiving the National Literary Guild’s award for Catalogue of the Year. In recognition of his talents, he was asked to photograph a specialized collection of coins for the book entitled Resplendores, a comprehensive publication on the coins of Mexico. Lyle has contributed to a volume entitled Ship of Gold, documenting sunken treasures found aboard the U.S.S. Central America. More recently, Lyle was the exclusive photographer for Whitman’s award-winning reference entitled Money of the World- Coins That Made History. All totaled, Lyle has photographed over one hundred catalogues ranging from Numismatics to Collectibles. In his eighteen years of experience in the auction business, Lyle has seen it all: from rare documents to antiques; sports memorabilia to fashion; jewelry to antiquities; and artworks to coinage. In turn, he has become adept and accustomed to photographing a variety of rare and unusual items.
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arrie is originally from Philadelphia, where she began her career of professional design and illustration fifteen years ago. She came to work with the Goldbergs in April of 2005 after relocating from Houston Texas, where she was production director for Weddings in Houston Magazine. Carrie is the in-house graphic artist for Goldberg Auctions. She designs the catalogue covers, auction advertisements, brochures, marketing emails, mailers, and signage for Ira and Larry Goldberg, and contributed to the design of the award-winning Millennia Catalogs in 2008. She also writes the auction previews and press releases and designs the graphics on the Goldberg Website. Carrie executes the online bidding for I-Collector, LiveAuctioneers, and other third-party internet bidding during all Goldberg auctions.
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ot viewing for each auction begins up to several months before our auctions; important collections are showcased at Coin Shows such as The New York International or the ANA World’s Fair of Money. Our numismatists are also happy to speak to bidders over the phone about individual lots of interest.
Open lot viewing begins a week before each auction, and is available in our offices during the sale. Our staff is ready to show items and assist bidders in placing or adjusting bids prior to each session. When auctioning World Class collections, we often host invitation-only events the evening before the sale. Auctions are held prior to the Long Beach Coin Shows. Copper coins are typically auctioned off the first session of the Pre-Long beach auction, with United States, Ancient and World coins to follow. Session information is provided in our catalogues, as well as online prior to the sale. Special rates for your accommodations may be avaialable - call our offices for details. Bidders can view lots, bid with us, and attend the Long Beach Coin Show all in one trip. We will even bring your lots to Long Beach for pick up at our table; just let us know in advance.
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elly began managing the Goldbergs accounting department in 1972, which she continues to do today.
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lesilda assists Glenn Onishi in managing auctions and customer service.
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oleman assists with shipping, executing bids, and pulling lots for viewing prior to each sale.
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ean is the fourth generation of Goldbergs to work in numismatics. Sean is a member of ANA and recently attended the ANA grading seminar, placing second in his group. He assists with auctions.
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orld-Class collections such as the Millennia Collection, the Ted Naftzger Collection, and the Dan Holmes Collection realize record-breaking prices and bring bidders from all over the world. To celebrate these historic events, Ira and Larry Goldberg often host cocktail parties for clients, consignors, and bidders on the eve of the sale.
Goldberg’s History The
“A Family Tradition Since 1931”
Isador Goldberg, circa 1930
1931 Isador Goldberg, Ira & Larry’s Grandfather, forms Superior Stamp & Coin Company in Downtown Los Angeles.
With a combined total of over 100 years in the numismatic business, Ira and Larry are reliable, seasoned professionals. Expertise, enthusiasm, and integrity have been a Goldberg family tradition since 1931. See how we’ve evolved and view some of our family’s highlights, including building world-renouned collections, record-breaking sales, and historic, numismatic discoveries.
1944 Marshall Goldberg enters WW II. Returns from Europe in 1945 with two purple hearts and joins his brother Harold at Superior.
1965 For the Stansbury family of Long Beach, we begin selling over 1 Million BU silver dollars. Included are bags of BU “CC” Mint and scarcer date dollars.
1950-55 Cousins Ira and Larry work for their fathers cleaning floors, emptying ashtrays, soaking stamps off covers, and making stamp packets, while developing a keen interest in coins.
1944 Harold Goldberg enters the Pacific Theatre, returning to Harold Superior at Goldberg War’s end. c. 1940s
1969 After years of notable private purchases and sales, Ira and Larry conduct Superior’s first public coin auction, the Dr. A. F. Pradeau sale.
1971 We purchase the Dr. Charles Ruby collection for $1 Million, and auction it in three memorable sales.
1958 Ira and Larry begin to build a collection of U.S. and World Coins for Edwards Huntington Metcalf. Larry Goldberg c. 1959 1973 We auction Parts I, II & III of the ‘Gilhousen’ collection, belonging to Edwards Huntington Metcalf, the grandson of Railroad Tycoon Henry E. Huntington.
From left to right: Mark, Marshall, Ira, Harold, and Larry Goldberg circa 1960’s
1960 Larry becomes a fulltime employee at Superior. Ira joins him in 1962, and together they head the coin department. 1974 We negotiate the private purchase of the Henry Clifford Collection of U.S. Territorial gold and sell to Don and Art Kagin.
1962 We acquire a fabulous collection of world crowns from Abner Kreisberg & Jerry Cohen for over $1/2 Million, one of the largest coin purchases at the time. The coins are part of the Von Furstenburg Estate.
1975 We are awarded the ANA auction in Los Angeles, which sets many records.
1976 Superior moves its headquarters to Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills.
George Bennett, Larry & Ira Goldberg c. 1971
1978 Ira, Larry, and Mark Goldberg become equal partners at Superior. Marshall Goldberg 1945
1991 We sell 51% of Superior to Bruce McNall. Harold and Mark sell out their remaining interest in Superior. Ira Goldberg, 1973
1985 We sell the Collection of Dr. Jerry Buss, setting records with a 1913 Liberty 5 Cent, 1894-S Dime, and an 1804 Dollar.
1985 Marshall Goldberg is bought out of his interest in Superior.
1991-92 We auction the celebrated Abraham Bromberg Collection of Ancient Jewish Coins for world record prices.
1985 The Goldbergs build the Superior building on Olympic Blvd in Beverly Hills.
1992 We auction the Roger S. Cohen Jr. Collection of Half Cents, a landmark sale.
1986 We auction the Hoagy Carmichael and Wayne Miller Collections, setting many records.
1992 We auction the “Connoisseur Collections”, including a 1918 “Inverted Jenny” Block of 4 Stamps for $577,500.
1987 We auction the Buddy Ebsen Collections and begin building a world-class ancient Jewish Coin Collection for a local buyer.
1989 We auction the Jascha Heifetz Collection.
1992 We auction the Ed Trompeter Collection of U.S. Gold, Part I, a nearly complete run of proof U.S. gold.
1990 We auction the Boy’s Town Collection for $21 Million, setting a world record unmatched for 15 years.
1992 We auction The Bruce Lee Collection of his personal memorabilia to a standing-room-only crowd of over 500 bidders.
1990 We auction the world renowned King of Siam Set for $3.1 Million, setting a record price for a single numismatic item.
1991 We auction the Irving Goodman Collections of Russian & Chinese Coinage.
1994 Superior Stamp & Coin Company Inc. is sold to A-Mark Financial, and Ira and Larry become employees of the “new” Superior. Superior Downtown circa 1970
1993-95 Ira serves as President of the Professional Numismatists Guild.
1998 Ira and Larry leave Superior to form Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles.
2002 Harold Goldberg passes away after a short illness.
1999 We auction the 1907 Ultra Hirelief, for a record $1.2 Million, the first U.S. Gold Coin to sell for over $1 Million at auction.
2005 We auction a newly-discovered 1792 Judd-2 copper penny for $437,000, a worldrecord price for a pattern cent.
Celebrating the “Ship of Gold” Purchase
August 2008 Our Millennia Collection Catalogue wins the NLG’s Auction Catalogue of the Year Award.
2001-2 We auction the renowned Dr. Benson Collection of U.S. Coins, Parts I, II, & III, setting many records.
2002 We announce the discovery of the Mexican 8 Reals of Carlos and Johanna (1535-6). This is the first silver dollar struck in the New World.
2005 We, for the third time, sell the world renowned King of Siam Set, this time for $8.5 Million, setting a new record price for a single numismatic item.
2005 We auction The Naftzger Family’s Hancock Collection of U.S. Stamps, bringing record prices.
Harold Goldberg (1919-2002)
2006 Ira & Larry edit and guide the creation of an innovative book titled “Money of the World - Coins That Made History.”
2000 We are principals in the acquisition of the S.S. Central America,“Ship of Gold.” To date, this is the largest single purchase in numismatic history.
Goldbergs Sell King of Siam Set
2007 “Money of the World - Coins that Made History” wins the NLG Award for Best World Coin Book of 2007.
September 14, 2008 The Ted Naftzger Collection Part I & the Ohringer Family Trust, Part II Realized: $24,381,342
2007 Michael Shubin, Ancient Coin & Antiquities expert with the Goldbergs for over 25 years, passes away. Michael Shubin, 2006 May 2009 Mark Goldberg passes away after a long illness.
2007 Chris McCawley & Bob Grellman, The Copper Experts, leave Superior and are reunited with the Goldbergs.
2007 We auction Buzz Aldrin’s Lunar Module Checklist for $220,000 in our Space & Aviation Sale.
2008 We are selected to auction the WorldClass copper collections of Ted Naftzger and Dan Holmes.
September 6, 2009 1796 Reeded Edge Cent Realizes $1,265,000, the highest price ever paid for a penny at auction.
September 6, 2009 The Dan Holmes Collection Part I, Realizes nearly $16 Million, with world-record breaking prices for Large Cents. Ira & Larry Goldberg with Dan Holmes, Chris McCawlley & Bob Grellman 2009
Mark Goldberg c. 2007
May 26, 2008 The Auction of the Millennia Collection sets many world record prices, including the highestgrossing single-day Ancient & World coin auction in history: $23,024,765
May 26, 2008 We auction a gold Aureus of Severus Alexander for $920,000, the highest price ever paid for a Roman Gold coin.
February 2010 We acquire the only complete 1937 King Edward VIII 13-Piece Proof Set in private hands for $2.2 Million, the most valuable of all British Proof Sets.
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anuscripts & Collectibles sales take place in the Spring and Fall of each year. Items auctioned range from historical documents and letters to jewelry.
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Historical Letters and Documents Royalty, Presidents, Politicians & World Leaders Scientists, Inventors, and Activists Authors, Artists, Writers, and Musicians Hollywood & Entertainment Memorabilia
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Glassware, Antiques, Art & Curio Jewelry, Watches, and Time pieces Artifacts and Antiquities Fossils and Meteorites
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pace & Aviation auctions are held in conjunction with our Manuscript sales in the Spring and Fall of every year. Items auctioned range from balloons to modern-day Space Exploration, Stamps, and philatelic items of note from countries and programs all over the world. Here are a few catagories of interest: . . . .
Balloons Astronauts Russian Program Apollo Missions
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Models and Replicas Space and Test suits Flown Objects Autographs and Memoribilia
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oldberg Coins & Collectibles catalogs are not just auction listings; they contain full-color images and thorough descriptions of the lots being sold. We are one of the few auction houses in the country to list estimated values on every lot.
Written by professional numismatists and historians, and illustrated with the finest photography in the business, our catalogues are a necessary part of your reference library. We offer hard bound limited-edition catalogues of world-class collections, which are truly works of art; Our Millennia Catalogues won the National Literary Guild Award for 2008’s Auction Catalogue of the Year. When you consign with us, our catalogue properly showcases your collection, and will serve as a permanent record of your collecting accomplishments.
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hroughout the year, we send full color brochures and mailers previewing our auctions to our extensive mailing list of qualified bidders. E-mails are sent notifying bidders when our catalogues are available online.
Press releases, auction highlights, and full color advertisements appear in all of the major trade publications. In addition, each sale appears online several weeks prior to each auction.
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oldberg Coins & Collectibles is recognized as one of the industry’s longest-running auction houses, with over five decades of world-record-breaking sales.
Our offices are located in Southern California, an area recognized world wide as the epicenter of numismatics. Our expertise has been sought out time and again by top professionals in all aspects of numismatics, and we have built and sold world-class numismatic collections for some of the industry’s most serious coin collectors. Yet with all of this experience and prestige, Goldberg Coins and Collectibles continues to provide personal service within a boutique-style auction firm.
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he Goldberg web site, www.goldbergcoins.com, features free catalogue viewing several weeks prior to each sale, as well as a vast archive of catalogs and prices realized from past sales.
You can establish credit, obtain bid sheets to fax or mail, order catalogues, and view our calendar of events. Read about consigning with us, special numismatic retail offers, press coverage, or use the site to contact us with any questions you may have. Participate in any of our auctions via Goldberg Live Auctions from the comfort of your home or office. Sign up on www.goldbergcoins.com, and log in to add or change your bids with just a few clicks. You can leave prior bids, or attend the auction live online from anywhere in the world. For your convenience, we also offer online bidding through thirdparty live bidding, such as Icollector.com or LiveAuctioneers.com at an additional buyer’s premium.
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We offer: • Personal Service - Your collection will receive the attention and professional expertise it deserves • Generous Cash Advances • Competitive Commission Rates - With zero commissions for qualifying consignments • Maximum Exposure - Hundreds of thousands of proven bidders through our client list and online bidding • Award-winning Catalogues - The finest color photography and most detailed descriptions in the industry • Prime Auction Location - Southern California, the epicenter of numismatics, prior to the Long Beach Coin Show • On-Time Payment - Our consignors are paid on time, as promised, no excuses
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How Consigning With Us Works: • Ira or Larry will explain the auction process, and discuss estimates, commission rates, and reserves. • One of the Goldbergs will travel to your bank, home, or office, or provide pre-paid insured shipping and materials. • We work with you to select coins for encapsulation with NGC, PCGS, or ANACS, in addition to upgrades and crossovers. • We will photograph and catalogue your coins and discuss changes in description, grades or reserves. • Important collections are showcased at major coin shows such as the World’s Fair of Money and the Midwinter ANA. • Auctions are advertised with full color mailers and in all major trade publications with full color ads and editorial. • Each catalogue is mailed out to our list of bidders and is available online to millions more 3 weeks prior to each sale. • Ira and Larry are available to provide potential bidders and regular clients with accurate, in-depth lot descriptions. • Ira and Larry conduct the auction, taking bids on the floor and through the mail, fax, phone, and online. • After the sale, consignors are paid in full on the date agreed upon (usually 30 working days).
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e provide consignors and collectors with the highest level of professional customer service.
With over 100 years of combined numismatic expertise, Ira and Larry are considered by many coin collectors and dealers to be the most knowledgable numismatic auction house in America, and the Goldberg firm the finest in the world. Whether you are selling or building your collection, we can assist you every step of the way.
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ur boutique-style auctions are customtailored to showcase your collection in the best possible light .
Prices realized for the Dan Holmes Part I Collection, including a Large Cent sold for nearly $1.3 Million, gained us recognition on the front pages of Coin World, Numismatic News, Coin News U.K., and The Wall Street Journal. The Millennia Collection, which we built for a private collector over a period of five years, realized many world record-breaking prices and brought international acclaim.
May 1999 THE Dr. Ariagno collection REALIZED $5,744,072
October 2000 THE california sale REALIZED $5,505,157
February 2002 THE dr. Benson Collection II REALIZED $7,389,580
Other auctions, such as The Ted Naftzger Collection, The Ray Rouse Collection, The Dr. Hesselgesser Collection, and the Benson Collection have been landmark numismatic events, setting numerous record prices. February 2003 THE dr. Benson Collection III REALIZED $7,448,806
september 2005 the olstyn family collection auction REALIZED $7,704,608
MaY 2008 THE MilleNNIA collection REALIZED $23,290,462
February 2005 the Michael agdic Collection auction REALIZED $ 8 , 1 0 2 , 9 7 8
may 2005 the Dr. Hesselgesser Collection Auction REALIZED $ 1 1 , 7 6 9 , 4 1 8
september 2009 THE dan holmes collection PARt 1 REALIZED $15,173,933
“… (Regarding) the selling of my English coins through your firm, I wanted to thank you for the efficiency and courtesy everyone showed me in completing this relatively complicated task. Your advice in selecting which items I might better sell by auction was insightful, the prices realized were more than satisfactory, and payment was prompt and according to our agreements.” -Jacob Y. Terner, M.D. “As the personal representative of The Michael M. Magdic estate, I found myself charged with the disposition of a significant amount of coins, about which I knew nothing. I received proposals from three auction houses; the Goldberg’s proposal was detailed and their follow-through complete, doing business in a personal, pleasant, and professional manner, from the beautiful color catalogue to timely payment. I have only the highest praise for my experience with Ira and Larry Goldberg.” -Deborah A. Saroff, Trustee for the Michael M. Magdic Estate “…When I consigned my coin collection to the Goldbergs, the entire process was handled so professionally, and with such excellent results, that the sale of my U.S. coins spread over the next two years... It was a comfortable and profitable experience.” -Dr. Benson “…Your catalogue on my Russian sale was absolutely spectacular! My collection of a lifetime was shown to the world in its entire splendor... I was proud of your presentation, and the results of the sale showed what a marvelous job your firm did. I will be happy to recommend your firm to any and all collectors.” - Robert D. Hesselgesser, M.D. “As Trustee for the Duquesne Trust, I have dealt with several auction houses, but I have been most pleased with the personal attention and the results received from Ira and Larry Goldberg. I would recommend them, without reservation, to anyone wishing the highest level of service and the greatest reward.” -D.N. “…I was very pleased with the prices realized and the generous terms offered. Promises made were kept and performed on schedule with professional efficiency…I was able to consult directly with the reliable seasoned professionals at all times, rather than with an anonymous auction department. I appreciated your frequent calls updating preparations for the sale and relating market estimates. I wish to thank you for your kindness and personal attention, and will look forward to participation in your future sales.” -Richard P. Ariagno, M.D. “I would like to commend you on how you handled my Mint State Collection of Flying Eagle and Indian Head Cents. From my initial phone call to receiving my check on the exact day you promised, you and your company made this a rewarding and profitable experience. The cataloguing was done magnificently, and you were always accessible. Anyone auctioning their collection should look no further - the Goldbergs are the only choice! - Mark Cadden “I am very pleased with the results of my consignment in Goldberg Sale no. 53. I couldn’t have done better anywhere. I think Ira and Larry Goldberg are the best in Numismatic Auctions.” - Christina Demary “In 1990, I consigned 900 lots to your Boy’s Town Sale. The service you gave was the ultimate; the prices you got for us - outstanding. Any number of auction houses would gladly have taken my collection. Having done business with all of them, I chose Ira and Larry Goldberg. The Goldbergs run a first-class business, fair-dealing and honest, and highly competent. ” - David Cassel
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he Goldberg Bullion Department handles gold as well as silver, the value of which is based primarily on the spot price of the metal. We work on narrow buy/sell spreads with no dealer mark-up or commission charges; it’s cash and carry!
We also handle investment-grade Double Eagles, Pre-1933 gold coins, Modern U.S. mint products, and Modern world gold, some of which have both bullion and numismatic value. Gold is the ultimate hedge against inflation; we have all experienced the shrinking U.S. dollar. Our devalued currency is a fact of life for all Americans. Unlike other investments, gold is not tied to the U.S. Dollar or currency of any nation. Invested, gold acts as a hedge against all devalued currencies. Call Ira or Larry today to discuss your investments or to buy or sell your gold.