Legacy Currency Grading Appoints Don Rinkor as New CEO

Legacy Currency Grading has announced that veteran dealer Don Rinkor has accepted the new role of Chief Executive Officer of the company. The appointment became effective on January 1, 2025 and will enable the company to divide management responsibilities as it grows, according to Legacy Founder and President Jason W. Bradford.

“I am thrilled that Don has agreed to assume the role of CEO and have a larger ownership in the company. With his partnership and experience we will be able to seamlessly continue our excellent growth,” said Bradford. “His love, passion, and integrity in and for the business makes him an ideal partner for Legacy.”

Rinkor has been a collector for the past 40 years and a dealer for over 30 years. Owner of Rinkor Rare Coins in Santa Rosa, California, he also serves on the Boards of Directors of several numismatic organizations including the Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG) and National Silver Dollar Roundtable (NSDR).

“I am looking forward to the opportunities that are ahead for Legacy Currency Grading. Jason Bradford continues to be one of the best currency graders in the industry,” stated Rinkor.

“Working alongside Jason, I believe Legacy will continue to increase market share, along with providing the fastest turn-around time in the marketplace. Our goal is to provide exceptional and professional grading of banknotes for the collector and for dealers. We are absolutely committed to integrity, excellent service, outstanding value, and increased recognition of the Legacy brand,” he pledged.

Since the company’s inception in 2005 as PCGS Currency, Founder Bradford has infused every aspect of Legacy with his commitment to standards, consistency, and integrity.

“With Don taking over more of the day-to-day operations of the business, this will enable me to focus more of my energy toward training and developing graders. This will ensure that we continue to serve our clients as efficiently as possible by keeping turnaround times down to a minimum,” said Bradford. “As the business has grown, it has become obvious that Don’s management strengths will enable the company to improve in operational efficiency.”

Legacy Currency Grading has certified more than 1.5 million banknotes and was the first third-party grading service with written grading standards.

“These rigid standards enable the company to grade with unparalleled accuracy. Legacy Currency Grading continues to provide unwavering confidence, quality, and integrity both in the United States and internationally,” stated Bradford.

For additional information about the company and submitting notes for certification, visit www.LegacyGrading.com, contact by email at info@LegacyGrading.com or call 707-919-0859.