Goldin Auctions

The company's business model is centered around consignment-based auctions, earning revenue by taking a percentage of the final sale price for each item. Goldin serves a global client base of both lifelong collectors and new hobbyists, facilitating the buying and selling of authenticated items. The platform is recognized for its weekly and monthly 'Elite' auctions, which feature rare and high-value items. The range of products is extensive, including sports items like game-used jerseys, trading cards, and autographed memorabilia, as well as pop culture collectibles such as comic books and historical artifacts. The company has brokered the sales of numerous high-profile items, such as a 1909-11 T206 Honus Wagner baseball card for $3.12 million and a Mike Trout rookie card for $3.93 million.

Significant milestones in the company's history include a $40 million funding round in February 2021, led by The Chernin Group, which aimed to enhance technology and operations. This was followed by an acquisition in July 2021 by Collectors Holdings, a group that also owns Collectors Universe and its subsidiary, the authentication service PSA. Despite the acquisition, Goldin Auctions continues to operate as an independent brand. In May 2024, eBay acquired Goldin from Collectors, a move intended to align the auction house with a larger e-commerce platform. Ken Goldin’s profile has been further elevated by the Netflix series, "King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch," which debuted in April 2023, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the auction house and the high-stakes world of collectibles.