Ephemera, printed materials and memorabilia will often fetch a good price at auction. We publish articles on this subject from time to time, and these are all collected in this category. You can also find out more on our specialist Ephemera and printed items page for examples of interesting lots sold at auction.
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Stamp collecting remains one of the world’s most popular hobbies—and stamp auctions are at the heart of the market. Whether you’re looking to buy rare stamps, sell a collection, or simply understand how stamp auctions work, this guide covers everything you need to know. What Are Stamp Auctions? Stamp auctions are events where postage stamps …
Sporting memorabilia captures the passion, history, and excitement of sports across generations. From signed football shirts and cricket bats to rare Olympic medals and vintage tennis rackets, these items are treasured by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. At Potteries Auctions, we specialise in high-value sporting memorabilia, providing professional valuations for items ranging from historic sporting equipment …
If you’ve ever checked the value of your vinyl collection online, chances are you’ve used Discogs. It’s the go-to database for millions of collectors worldwide, offering pricing guides and marketplace listings for records, singles, and albums. But is a Discogs price really what your records are worth? At Potteries Auctions, we’ve seen first-hand that auction …
German WWII stamps offer a window into a tumultuous period of history through philately. Their collectability stems from a combination of historical significance, diverse designs and the intriguing stories behind both official issues and propaganda forgeries. Let’s explore some of the factors that make German World War II stamps popular at auction. What makes German …
Cecil Aldin, pictured with one of his dogs. (credit: www.mediastorehouse.com) Our March 2025 Rare Ceramics, Jewellery & Collectables auction will feature a large collection of the work of renowned artist and book illustrator Cecil Aldin, comprising numerous prints, illustrated books and more. Early Life Born in 1870 in Slough, Aldin began drawing at an early …
Everyone knows there’s a fortune to be made in football memorabilia, but the real treasure? The stories behind it all. Football memorabilia belonging to Stoke City Football Club player Harry Sellars, who played between 1923 and 1935, has been consigned to Potteries Auctions by his grandchildren, Victoria Cole-Porter and Mark Porter. They hope these cherished items …
Advertising collectables have been around for centuries. Harking back to a bygone era, they can instil a sense of nostalgia, or serve as a decorative, yet charming connection to the past. Either way, they have been attracting interest from collectors, redecorators and brand enthusiasts. Some even realise incredible prices at auction. Considered the ‘Holy Grail’ …
The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) is a fraternal group that has been around since the 1820s. At Potteries Auctions, we have successfully handled numerous sales of these fascinating collectables since 2023, establishing ourselves as specialists in determining the worth of RAOB medals. Our expertise in valuing these fraternal jewels has helped many collectors …
“Hard Times” was sold in our July Fine Art auction for £850! Herbert Dicksee, 14th June 1862 – 20th February 1942, was an artist whose popularity endures to the present day, especially among dog enthusiasts. Dicksee was born into an artistic family, with his father, John, being an artist himself. John was most well-known for elegant, romanticised …
Our July Fine Art sale will feature a series of lots pertaining to the artist R J Keeling and his daughter Annie. These lots include numerous personal effects – including family photographs, official documents, religious books and recipes belonging to Annie. The collection also comprises paintings, as well as a number of designs that R …
A wartime love story……. On occasion at Potteries Auctions we come across an interesting lot that tells us a story. So, how relevant for February, with Valentine’s Day on the horizon that Lot 934 is a historical love story in a box. During WWII a young Lance Corporal in the Royal Engineers, Eric Raymond Stretch from Birmingham …
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