The hit Netflix show “King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch” returns for season 3 on December 23, 2025. The show follows the high-stakes world of rare collectibles. It features famous guests like Mike Tyson and Logan Paul. But the real star is Ken Goldin, the man who built the auction house.
Who is Ken Goldin?
Ken Goldin is the executive chairman of Goldin Auctions. He is a giant in the collecting world. His company has sold over $2 billion worth of items. These include historic sports jerseys, rare trading cards, and pop culture memorabilia.
His Humble Beginnings
Goldin started his journey as a kid in 1978. He was a fan of Philadelphia Phillies baseball players. He began buying and selling trading cards from his local pharmacy and flea markets.
He would buy a big bag of cards with his father. He kept the best ones and sold the rest. This childhood hobby turned into a business.
Building an Empire
In 1986, he and his father started a company called Score Board Inc. They worked with famous athletes to get autographs on cards. Goldin also became a familiar face on TV shopping channels.
Many people in the traditional auction world looked down on him. They saw him as just a “TV guy.” But he kept building his brand.
He started Goldin Auctions in 2012. The company grew massively. It was so successful that the website eBay bought it in 2024. Goldin still runs the company as the owner.
Changing the Game
Goldin wants to change what people think about collecting. He says it’s not just for nerds or old-fashioned people. He believes anything can be a valuable collectible.
His ambitions are huge. He recently bought a company called Studio Auction to grow in Hollywood memorabilia. He also wants to be the top seller in coins, comic books, and trading card games.
Ken Goldin marvels at his own success. He once told a magazine, “I’m getting all my deals ’cause I’m Ken Goldin. It’s so freaking weird.” His story proves that a childhood passion can become a billion-dollar business.
