Leading auction house presents spectacular summer lineup, anchored by expanded Goldin 100 experience and highly-anticipated USA 250 Auction
April 29, 2026 – Goldin, the internationally recognized auction house known for rare and record-breaking collectible sales, today announced “Goldin’s Summer of Greatness,” a comprehensive series of auctions and experiences running throughout May and June 2026.
The company’s recent record-setting $16.5 million sale of Logan Paul’s PSA Grade 10 Pikachu Illustrator card—the most expensive trading card ever sold—propels Goldin’s momentum into the summer months with astounding auctions and experiences across sports, history, and entertainment.
“Whether you’re a collector of Americana, you grew up watching Star Wars, or you’re an avid global soccer fan, Goldin is your go-to all summer long,” said Ken Goldin, Founder and CEO of Goldin. “This is truly Goldin’s greatest summer ever – across sports, history, and entertainment. And it all leads up to our in-person Goldin 100 closing event, which is going to be absolutely amazing. We’re so excited to share it with you!”
One of the most prominent seasonal events for the company, Goldin 100 Auctions consistently generate excitement from collectors for their rare, hand-selected offerings–and they are about to get even bigger. Starting this summer, all Goldin 100 Auctions will culminate in an immersive, in-person livestream experience, hosted at the Goldin Headquarters, to celebrate the close of the sale, featuring box breaks, special guests, and more. Scheduled for May 27 – June 27, the Summer Goldin 100 Auction is led by a 2003-04 Exquisite Collection LeBron James Limited Logos Patch Autograph (#23) and a Shohei Ohtani Superfractor.
The summer slate also celebrates Americana through the highly-anticipated USA 250 Auction, opening May 8, which highlights formative moments of American history and identity ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary. The auction will feature historically important material connected to the nation’s founding and enduring legacy, including an original 1776 Declaration of Independence Broadside, an Aug. 14, 1945 Glenn McDuffie signed and personally owned U.S. Navy uniform as seen in the “V-J Day in Times Square” photograph, and a Bob Ross-painted U.S. bomber jacket, offering collectors access to artifacts that reflect pivotal moments and American leaders.
Goldin dives into the history of popular culture with multiple entertainment-focused auctions, including a Vintage Star Wars Auction opening May 1, led by a 1979 Kenner Star Wars Boba Fett Rocket Firing/J-Slot Prototype Action Figure, as well as the Spring Pop Culture Auction, set for May 21 and led by the “Iceman” Prop Helmet from Top Gun. In addition to action figures and screen-used props and costumes, the entertainment auctions will span music, celebrity, and broader pop culture moments, allowing fans to embrace nostalgia and obtain tangible pieces of core memories.
“Goldin’s Summer of Greatness,” further features spectacular sports auctions tied to some of the most recognizable athletes, teams, and moments across global competition.
The Global Football Auction is planned to open May 11, timed ahead of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, and is led by a 2019-20 Topps Chrome Bundesliga Autographs SuperFractor #72 Erling Haaland signed rookie card (#1/1). With overwhelming interest and highly coveted soccer consignments in queue, Goldin is also preparing for a Global Football Auction Part 2 later in the summer.
The company’s first ever Combat Sports Auction is scheduled to open May 14 and is led by a 2013 Topps Chrome Conor McGregor 1/1 rookie card. The 2026 June Vintage Elite Auction is slated to begin late May, boasting both a 1952 Topps #311 Mickey Mantle PSA NM-MT 8–one of the finest pack-fresh copies in existence–and a 1933 Goudey #144 Signed Babe Ruth PSA VG 3 (MC) and PSA/DNA NM 7 Autograph, POP 1, with only three higher-graded copies known. These specialty sales will be hosted in conjunction with Goldin’s monthly Sports Elite auctions throughout May, June, and July.
Simultaneously, Goldin continues to expand its presence in live commerce through initiatives like Lights, Camera, Bid, a nationwide search for the auction house’s new eBay Live host, which runs through May 22 and highlights the growing role of personality-driven programming within the collectibles space.
“Goldin’s Summer of Greatness” aligns multiple categories under a single campaign, reflecting the breadth and depth of the company’s expertise and highlights Goldin’s position as an internationally renowned leader across collectibles, where interest continues to grow across sports, pop culture, and historical artifacts alike.
Additional details, including a larger list of featured items and expanded auction highlights, will be announced nearer to each auction’s opening date.
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