Paul Inho Song
Senior Vice President
paulsong@sgbh.com

Paul Song is Senior Vice President with Superior Galleries. In this role, he will be responsible for building the live and auction business for Superior Galleries, to run all parts of the auction process, and to develop and nurture Superior's retail clients.

Early in his career, Mr. Song joined Sotheby's New York Coin Department in the spring of 1988 as a junior cataloguer, and by 1994 was made the youngest Vice President of Sotheby's New York. With almost two decades of experience in Sotheby's Coins and Medals Department and in the numismatic world, Mr. Song specializes in 19th and 20th century American coinage.

Mr. Song has been privileged to participate in the sale of over $150,000,000 worth of coins at auction, while assisting his international colleagues with the cataloguing and sale of approximately $60,000,000 worth of additional coins.

During his career, Mr. Song has played an integral part in organizing some of the most exciting sales sold in recent years, including: The world's most valuable collection of ancient coins to be offered at auction, formed by Nelson Bunker and his brother, William Herbert Hunt; Merrill Lynch's limited partnership - the Athena Fund Collection of Greek and Roman Coins; the Uruguayan Treasure of the Rio de la Plata, sold by the instruction of the country of Uruguay; the Sam and Rie Bloomfield Collection of Highly Important Gold Coins, sold to benefit the Bloomfield Foundation in San Diego, CA; The John and Rebecca Moores Collection of Important United States Coinage, sold to benefit The Scripps Research Institute; and the famed Treasures from the SS Central America, the greatest and most valuable salvaged shipwreck of all time.

A 1987 graduate of the University of Wisconsin at Madison, Mr. Song has a BA degree with a concentration in History and Art History, an MFA from Sotheby's Institute and a 1999 MBA from the New York University's Stern School of Management in International Finance and Marketing. Mr. Song is married to Yvonne Teng, a jewelry and timepiece specialist at Sotheby's in Beverly Hills, and they have a son, William.

Jason Garnett
Director of Auction Operations
jasong@sgbh.com

Jason Garnett is Director of Auction Operations with Superior Galleries.  His responsibilities include overseeing all day-to-day operations for the auction department, while running all Inventory Management for auctions, retail and wholesale for rare coins, jewelry and time pieces.  Prior  to becoming Director of Auction Operations, he served as Inventory Control Manager.

Jason was born in Chicago, IL, and has also lived in Albuquerque, NM.  A lifelong Chicago sports fan (with the exception of the White Sox), Jason  is happy to be part of the Superior Family and is excited to continue his career in the numismatic field.

Bryan Abbott
Director of Acquisitions
bryana@sgbh.com

Bryan Abbott manages the ebb and flow of merchandise in our Beverly Hills showroom. Bryan was born in Santa Monica and is a fourth generation native Californian. His career in Numismatics, Estate Jewelry and Fine Watches spans over 20 years. Bryan is also one of the worlds leading authorities on American Silver flatware and hollowware. His articles and opinions on the subject have been printed in several national trade publications.

Prior to arriving in Beverly Hills Bryan was the Founding Director and Director of Acquisitions for the Decorative and Fine Arts Department at Heritage Galleries in Dallas Texas. Bryan is proud to be a part of the Superior team and looking forward to meeting and working directly with our local clientele.

Bryan has handled original paintings by artists such as Columbian Ferdinad Botero and Israeli Reuven Ruebin. Bryan has worked with estates from the families of important early California pioneers to direct descendents of John Cotton Patriarch of Boston. His experience in Decorative Arts encompasses glass by Tiffany, Galle and Webb, silver by Tiffany, Georg Jensen, Gorham and Shiebler. He has well rounded expertise in Historical Documents, 19th century photography, Militaria and more. You will also find his knowledge of Fine Watches and Estate Jewelry to be invaluable.

In his spare time Bryan is available as a guest antique appraiser/speaker for benefits and educational forums. He has acted in that capacity for senior citizen groups, The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and The International Society of Appraisers to name a few.

Bryan resides in Beverly Hills


Dirk Schader
Numismatics
dirks@sgbh.com

Dirk Schader is a numismatist with Superior Galleries of Beverly Hills. After being raised in the Los Angeles area and attending UCLA for several years, he ventured north, seeking greener pastures (and forests) to attend Humboldt State University where he received his B.A. in Philosophy, with a minor in Business and Music. He returned to Los Angeles after extensive travels in Nepal and India, and he then began his numismatic career as a purchasing assistant with Gold and Silver Emporium of Encino, CA. He was fortunate to receive intensive tutelage from Don Ketterling during these first years in the business, for it has been a solid foundation from which he has built his knowledge and career. Mr. Schader then relocated to Oregon where he worked with Eugene Coin & Jewelry as a retail and wholesale buyer and seller of precious metals, rare coins and jewelry items.

In addition to his numismatic experience, Mr. Schader has been involved in numerous volunteer projects, including being an emotional support companion for persons with AIDS, an assistant cook at the Kushi Institute of Macrobiotics, and an apprentice on a biodynamic farm in Oregon. He very much enjoys working with people one-on-one, and he lends his exceptional customer service and numismatic skills to Superior Galleries and its clients.


Mike Bonham
Rare Coin Portfolio's & Auction Consignments
mikeb@sgbh.com

Prior to his tenure in numismatics, Mike Bonham had extensive experience in the bullion markets, trading tens of millions of dollars in silver bullion on behalf of his clients. For the past 20 years, Mr. Bonham has been assisting serious collectors and astute investors in achieving their numismatic goals. He assists with lawyers, CPA financial planners, and stock brokers to help their clientele diversify their investment portfolios. He was instrumental in assembling the finest known set of proof $20 St. Gaudens gold coins and a seven-figure collection of superb quality proof Bust dimes.

Mr. Bonham aided one of his clients with the formation and liquidation of a fabulous six-figure set of Bust dollars. He executed the sale of the Sam Newhouse, III (of the Newhouse billionaire publishing family) complete Mint State $20 St. Gaudens set (less the 1927-D) - for a price approaching $1 million! Additionally, he has handled many of the finest classic U.S. rarities that have become available over the past several years, some of which are matched only by specimens in the legendary Smithsonian Collection. Following are a few examples of sets that he has either completed or was instrumental in assembling:

• The highest graded Peace Dollar set which was rated #1 by PCGS (the average grade was MS66)
• The finest known complete 1897 proof set (cent through Double Eagle)
• One of the finest complete proof Barber half-dollar collections.
• The finest known 1855 proof set (half-dime through dollar).
• The finest known proof 1853 Arrows & Rays quarter (Proof 65).
• The finest known 1912, 1913, 1914 and 1915 gold matte proof sets.
• One of the rarest Double Eagles in existence - an 1865 With Motto $20 Liberty PR6S (J-452), a coin of which only two are known (the other is permanently housed at the Smithsonian)
• Numerous other complete gold proof sets including 1890-1915.
• Several $4 Stellas sold including two PR67.

Mr. Bonham is currently involved with the management of numerous six to seven figure portfolios. He vigilantly and efficiently services the want lists of his discerning clientele. Keeping a watchful eye on their numismatic holdings, Mr. Bonham is quick to alert his clients in the event that a profit opportunity arises. As a result, he has helped numerous customers reap substantial rewards on their investment in rare coins. Mike has assisted his clients with tens of millions of dollars in acquisitions and liquidations, but is always willing to work with smaller accounts.

With a sound work ethic and unwavering dedication, he provides his clients with an extraordinary degree of personal service. In addition to advising many of our collector and investor clients, Mike also actively works with a number of wholesale dealers as well. His diligence, knowledge and commitment to customer satisfaction make him an invaluable asset to Superior Galleries.

Bonham was recently admitted to the prestigious PNG (Professional Numismatists Guild), #658. Less than 1% of all professional numismatists are members of this organization. Mike is also a Life Member of the American Numismatic Association (LM-3139645), as well an authorized submitting dealer for the two major grading services; PCGS and NGC.


James Jones
Director of Cataloging
jamesj@sgbh.com

Jim Jones is the Director of Cataloging with Superior Galleries. His responsibilities include continuing and improving the high quality of all Superior catalogs. He provides accurate cataloging of content and style, training of existing and new catalogers, and supervising a smooth interface of coin description with efficient marketing and computer applications.

Jim joined Superior in 2006 as Director of Cataloging after a dozen years with another major auction house as a numismatic and currency cataloger. He has participated in researching and describing rare coins for hundreds of prominent numismatic catalogs. Since Superior Galleries was acquired by DGSE Companies, Inc. in May of 2007,his duties now include marketing and development projects for all DGSE companies.

Jim became interested in coins at age eight when he purchased a 1953 proof set from a butcher at a local grocery store for $3.00. His father thought he was crazy for paying this much for 91 cents worth of coins! After earning an undergraduate degree in Business Management at Texas Christian University in Ft. Worth Texas, his hometown, coin collecting was placed on hold until 1971. Numismatics then became a part-time profession after he became friends with a local dealer in Dallas. Within a year, he was a full-time coin dealer. Over the years, Jim gained valuable experience by working for several well-known companies and managing his own coin business. Now, with 36 years in numismatics as a buyer, seller, and writer, Jim has handled most important numismatic rarities of historical significance.

In addition to his numismatic experience, Jim also has interests ranging from high performance automotive restorations to fine wine and gourmet cooking. In fact, his chili recipe recently won a local award. He and his wife Kim are both avid pet lovers who have two somewhat spoiled basset hounds.

Ed Dubinsky
Showroom Manager
eddubinsky@sgbh.com

Edward Dubinsky, a native Angelino, is a Graduate Gemologist with Superior Galleries. Raised in the San Fernando Valley and having attended CSUN, he followed his father’s footsteps by attending the Gemological Institute of America in Santa Monica where he received his Diamond, Colored Stone, and Graduate Gemologist Certificates.

He began his career in Southern California as Director of Operations supervising the jewelry operations of 18 department stores. Duties included staffing, buying, planning special events, and advertising. After his tenure, he moved into coin, currency, bullion, and jewelry, managing Continental Coin and Jewelry Company in Van Nuys, CA.

Following his interest in Antique and Estate Jewelry, he was offered a position with Frances Klein Estate Jewels in Beverly Hills, where he furthered his knowledge of rare and magnificent jewels and jewelry.

Mr. Dubinsky has extensive knowledge in buying and selling rare and unusual gems and antique fine jewelry. When he is not working, he enjoys playing baseball and basketball with his two boys, and on occasion going to the indoor shooting range.

Aaron Malone
Consignment Director
aaronm@sgbh.com

Aaron Malone is Director of Consignments with Superior Galleries. Aaron specializes in guiding clients to a successful and profitable auction experience. Mr. Malone’s career in numismatics is marked with facilitating the sale of a number of the largest and more spectacular collections to cross the auction block in the recent past. Through his extensive research, customer service and follow-through, Aaron has gained a reputation in the hobby as a significant resource for collectors and investors alike. Aaron’s tested and proven methods for marketing marquee collections and major coins have produced world record prices all while commemorating the efforts of the collector.

While achieving his Political Science and Economics degrees in Colorado, Aaron became an avid backcountry skier. He has climbed many of the famous 14,000 ft peaks in Colorado and is now exploring areas of the Sierras, some of which he has established as first descents. During the off-season, Aaron can be found cheering for the Denver Broncos and the Iowa Hawkeyes.



Benjamin Rew
Auction Consignment Coordinator
benr@sgbh.com

Benjamin Rew is a skilled professional with superb organizational and communication skills. He attended school in Denmark, Sweden, England, Switzerland, Ireland and eventually studied at the prestigious University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain.

At 27 years old he managed the European Division of The Pacific Institute (the youngest executive in TPI’s history to hold this position). During Ben’s term with TPI he successfully negotiated agreements with Coca Cola, Palmolive, Kerns Juice, Toyota and the Ministry of the Interior of Nicaragua and Chile.

His on-task determination coupled with his exacting organizational skills landed him the position of Assistant to Retired Four Star General Bernard “Burn” Loeffke (a dynamic combat veteran known for his international humanitarian outreach work) during his travels in Europe.

Ben spends his free time studying Jeet Kune Do with Grandmaster Taky Kimura, composing music and cooking traditional rural Spanish cuisine for friends and family.