PCGS Hires CoinWeek’s Charles Morgan as Numismatic Researcher, Expands Leadership Team
PCGS welcomes longtime CoinWeek publisher and editor Charles Morgan to the team while promoting several internal specialists to new leadership roles within the company. Morgan joins PCGS as its manager of numismatic research and programs, a new position created by the company as it looks to further develop PCGS CoinFacts and enhance its numismatic education outreach programs. Meanwhile, several longtime PCGS employees are being elevated to new leadership roles, including Taryn Warrecker as director of sales, Luke San to become PCGS chief of staff, and Jordan Lang as principal professional of business development management.
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“We are thrilled that we have so many bright minds and collector-oriented professionals rising the ranks,” said PCGS President Stephanie Sabin. “And we are excited to welcome Charles, who brings his decades of numismatic experience and the incredible industry insights he gained from helming CoinWeek, a popular website that had a large presence in the growing digital sphere of numismatics.” Sabin says Morgan’s talents go beyond running a popular coin media website.
“Charles is a meticulous numismatic researcher who will bring new depth to PCGS CoinFacts and other educational hubs here at PCGS. He also has a background in creating immersive multimedia experiences that will add a new dimension to our many online and social media platforms.”
Morgan became editor of CoinWeek in 2013 and was the host of the award-winning CoinWeek Podcast, producing more than 160 episodes from 2016 through 2024. During that time, Morgan also produced more than 500 videos covering a wide range of coin collecting topics and events.
His extensive research background includes serving as the co-author of 100 Greatest Modern World Coins and acting as a contributor to several essential numismatic volumes, including the A Guide Book of United States Coins and A Guide Book of Modern United States Dollar Coins (both produced by Whitman Publishing). A winner of numerous NLG awards for writing, Morgan served as the executive director of the organization in 2021 and was also a member of the American Numismatic Association Board of Governors from 2021 to 2023.
“My first foray into serious numismatic collecting came in 1999, when I bought my first PCGS-graded coin,” said Morgan. “From that moment on, PCGS – to me – was the gold standard in serious numismatic collecting and investing. The coin collecting hobby is where it is today thanks to PCGS, and I look forward to playing my part to write the next chapter of that great story.”
Taryn Warrecker, who has been with PCGS for nearly two decades, has long been known in the industry for her ability to foster professional relationships in the hobby and is a familiar face to many on the bourse floors of coin shows across the country. “I’m energized by the opportunity to help more dealers grow their businesses through PCGS,” Warrecker said. “Whether it’s vintage, world, or show submissions, or showcasing special auction collections, my focus is on strengthening partnerships and getting more great coins in PCGS holders. As I approach 20 years with Collectors, I’ve never been more proud of our team or more confident in PCGS’s role at the heart of the hobby.”
Luke San moves into a role that enhances PCGS President Stephanie Sabin’s ability to operate the company and flex its numismatic muscle. Coming from an engineering background, San worked in the aerospace industry and e-commerce giant Amazon before joining PCGS in 2023. “As PCGS chief of staff, I serve as Stephanie Sabin’s strategic partner across all aspects of the company,” San explains. “I play the role of conductor and ensure her staff can work efficiently, with clear priorities and communication across teams. It feels like a natural evolution of my previous role building PCGS’s new digital experiences, where thoughtful planning and collaboration were key to projects like the new Online Submission Center. I’m energized by the way PCGS is always seeking to innovate and look forward to meeting more of the passionate numismatic community.”
Jordan Lang, with a background in finance and prowess for procuring and compiling actionable data, joins PCGS as principal professional of business development management. “My main goal in joining the PCGS team is to bring my experience in corporate financial planning and analysis, which is building budgets and communicating financials to the chief financial officer and executive staff,” explains Lang, who will use his skills to help the sales team expand the company’s reach. “I will partner with everyone I can to build new understanding, tools, and communications so that they can accomplish more.” He adds that he will be using his skills “to help everyone at PCGS accomplish their goals and get them the resources they need.”
Stack’s Bowers Galleries Announces Acquisition Of The Long Beach Coin Expo Next Event Scheduled For February 2026 By Stack's Bowers Galleries
Stack’s Bowers Galleries is pleased to announce that it has acquired from Collectors Universe, Inc. the popular Long Beach Expo, The Collectibles Show, one of the longestrunning and most respected numismatic events in the United States. Celebrated by collectors and dealers alike, this iconic West Coast venue has served the numismatic community for more than 60 years, offering a premier gathering place for buying, selling, education, and camaraderie.
“Our mission is to ensure that this historic venue remains a vibrant hub for collectors and dealers,” said Brian Kendrella, President of Stack’s Bowers Galleries. “We are proud to support a show that has played such an important role in numismatics, and we look forward to strengthening its future, beginning with our first Expo in February 2026.”
The first event under the new ownership will be a smaller and more intimate “invitational” edition of the show at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Hall C. The show will be open to attendees February 18-20, 2026, with dealer setup on Tuesday, February 17.
Stack’s Bowers Galleries, a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG), is pleased to offer members of the PNG special benefits as the show is reintroduced, including discounted table fees, priority table selection, and additional perks. PCGS will serve as a major supporter and the official grading service of the event, and PCGS Collectors Club members will enjoy free admission.
“PCGS is thrilled to support the return of the Long Beach Expo to Southern California,” said PCGS President Stephanie Sabin. “The show has been a West Coast tradition for more than 60 years, and PCGS has had a presence at the show since our beginning in 1986. As the Long Beach Expo enters a new era, we are excited to continue serving a role in what is one of the most important events on the numismatic calendar.”
Kerry Pieropan, a veteran of the rare coin industry, owner of Riverside Coin and Bullion, and director of Pacific Expos which operates the Buena Park and Anaheim coin shows, is serving as a special consultant to the Long Beach Coin Expo. Dealers and collectors interested in reserving a table are invited to contact the show management team, led by David Talk, by emailing [email protected] or calling 562-250-3300.
United States Mint Releases 2026 American Innovation $1 Coin Program Designs
The United States Mint released the designs for the 2026 American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The 2026 designs honor innovations and/or innovators from Iowa, Wisconsin, California, and Minnesota. Authorized by Public Law 115-197, this multi-year series that began in 2018 honors American innovation and significant innovation and pioneering efforts of individuals or groups by issuing $1 coins with designs emblematic of innovation in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories.
The Secretary of the Treasury selects the final design for each coin, which in 2026 will include:
- Iowa, Dr. Norman Borlaug – This design depicts Dr. Norman Borlaug holding a sheaf of wheat and wheat stalks, highlighting his pioneering work developing resilient crops capable of feeding a growing global population.
- Wisconsin, Supercomputer – This design exhibits a stylized aerial view of the Cray-1 supercomputer. The image emphasizes the Cray-1 not only through its shape, but also by suggesting the shape of a “C” for Cray-1 and “computer.”
- California, Steve Jobs – This design presents a young Steve Jobs sitting in front of a quintessentially northern California landscape of oak-covered rolling hills. His posture and expression, as he is captured in a moment of reflection, show how this environment inspired his vision to transform complex technology into something as intuitive and organic as nature itself.
- Minnesota, Mobile Refrigeration – This design features a 1940s-era truck with an early front-mounted refrigeration unit. The icons adorning the side of the truck identify the diverse temperature-sensitive goods whose widespread transportation was made possible by this innovation.
The obverse design of American Innovation $1 Coins features a dramatic representation of the Statue of Liberty in profile with the inscriptions “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “$1.” Each annual obverse design also includes a unique privy mark of a stylized gear, representing industry and innovation. In 2026, the privy mark will also incorporate a Liberty Bell with the inscription “250” to commemorate the Semiquincentennial of our Nation’s founding. The edge-incused inscriptions are “2026,” the mintmark, and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”
For more information about the 2026 American Innovation $1 Coins or to order them, please visit www.USMint.gov.