Napoleon’s 1799 letter from Gaza for sale
An extraordinary remnant from Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt will undoubtedly attract bidders this month. Will it make its £50,000 top estimate?
2025-09-03
World War II Victoria Cross makes £350,000 at London auction
One of the greatest tales of heroism in any war has ended with the sale of a posthumous WWII VC in London. Find out how the medals made £350,000.
2025-07-24
Victoria Cross of WWII officer killed in “most gallant and courageous” action could auction for £500,000
A World War II Victoria Cross awarded to Lieutenant Willard Alexander Sandys-Clarke will be sold at auction in London on July 24 with an estimate of £300,000 to £500,000. Sandys […]
2025-07-09
Big auction prices expected for “lucky” Year of the Monkey Chinese stamp sheets
Full sheets in excellent condition of one of the most famous and popular Chinese stamp issues should make big money at a Hong Kong sale this month. The Spink sale […]
2025-05-14
Metal detectorist’s lucky penny auctions for £648,000
A coin found in the Devon mud has sold for a record price. Discover why numismatists from around the world were clamouring to snag the Henry III gold penny.
2025-02-12
Inverted Jenny stamps could set new world record at Spink
A block of four Inverted Jennys, America’s most famous postage stamp, could set a new world record price when it goes up for auction at Spink in New York this […]
2019-09-11
Beatles Bahamas Special Flight menu featured at Spink
Spink is offering a “B.O.A.C. Beatles Bahamas Special Flight” menu in a July 24-25 Orders, Decorations and Medals sale in London. The lot was signed by all four members of […]
By Tom Meyrick
