Richard McPherren Cabeen

1887–1969 (age 82)

Graceland Cemetery

Biography

Richard McPherren Cabeen dedicated himself to the study and celebration of American numismatics, writing with clarity and enthusiasm for collectors and scholars alike. His work shared the stories behind coins, revealing them as pieces of history that connect everyday people to broader narratives.

He is memorialized at Graceland Cemetery, where fellow collectors recall how his thoughtful scholarship enriched their appreciation for the past.

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