Complete Collector

Comic Interlude: SGB Auctions Launch New Pop Culture Category

Aaron Carter — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 12:30:51 GMT

We're thrilled to announce that Comics will be our next new category, kicking off in October, live from the UK's largest pop culture event - MCM Comic Con London.

Forgotten Pokemon items fetch almost £10,000 and a new record is set for 2005 ex Delta Species sealed Booster Box!

Aaron Carter — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:46:50 GMT

SGBaldwins is excited to share the standout results from our recent Pokémon Summer Sale, hosted at our London headquarters at 399 Strand on Friday, 25 July 2025. The star of the show was Lot 21—a 2005 ex Delta Species sealed Booster Box—which wowed collectors and sold for an impressive £32,400 including fees. The buzz around this exceptional lot was well deserved, as the seller, a former toy shop owner, preserved it in flawless condition and chose the perfect moment to bring it to market.

Echoes from Rundum: A Cover in the Shadow of Rebellion

ggold@stanleygibbons.com (Gabriel Gold) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:07:01 GMT

From Stamps and Covers of Asia & the Middle East, 2 Sep 2025 11:00 BST

Building Bridges with Magic: The Gathering - UltraPro, CGC & SGB Support Charity 'Porridge and Pens'

Aaron Carter — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:36:50 GMT

Our friends at UltraPro and CGC have joined SGB to offer some terrific limited edition and unique signed items in support of a wonderful charity - Porridge and Pens.

Affixed to Adversity: How Revenue Stamps Tell the Story of Victorian Divorce

ggold@stanleygibbons.com (Gabriel Gold) — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 09:15:00 GMT

The rich social history behind matrimonial cause revenue stamps is often overlooked and underappreciated. To develop an understanding of the significance of these fiscals it is important to understand the history of divorce and the context in which they were issued. Prior to the Matrimonial Causes Act (1857), the only way one could obtain a divorce was through an individual Act of Parliament. Naturally, this was an ordeal which was only accessible to wealthy and influential members of society as can be seen by the fact that between 1700 and 1857 there were only 314 such Acts. It is worth noting that only four women received parliamentary divorces in the 180 years that they were available.

Gold Rush Treasure: One of the World's Rarest Queen Vitoria Coins, an Exquisite Sydney 1855 Half Sovereign Comes to Market

Aaron Carter — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:30:04 GMT

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin’s is thrilled to present the Ancient, British and World Coin Auction at 399 Strand on Wednesday 9 July. Among several highlights of the sale is the spectacular Sydney 1855 Half Sovereign – one of the rarest coins of Queen Victoria to exist and arguably Australia’s rarest circulating coin. The reported mintage of these pieces is 21,000, however it is estimated that only 50 – 60 pieces survive today, with many being preserved in very low grades. High grade examples of this coin are virtually non-existent, and this coin rarely appears on the market – let alone in such a good condition. With its clear detailing visible on the portrait and minimal surface damage, this example is extremely fine – quite simply, exquisite.

Ancient, British and World Coin Auction 122 Preview

Aaron Carter — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:16:42 GMT

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin’s is thrilled to present the Ancient, British and World Coin Auction at 399 Strand on Wednesday 9 July. This will feature a range of rare and historic pieces from across the globe, from Britain and the US to Australia, Asia and the Islamic world.

East India Co Gold Mohurs Take Centre Stage in Upcoming Auction

Aaron Carter — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:49:54 GMT

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin’s is thrilled to present the Ancient, British and World Coin Auction at 399 Strand on Wednesday 9 July. Among highlights of the sale is a selection of East India Company gold graded coins, including the 1835 William IV gold Mohur, the 1841 Victoria gold Mohur and the 1870 Victoria gold proof restrike 5 Rupee coin.

Rare American Gold 2 ½ Dollar From The First US Branch Mint Goes to Auction

Aaron Carter — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:19:35 GMT

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin’s is thrilled to present the Ancient, British and World Coin Auction at 399 Strand on Wednesday 9 July. Among several highlights of the sale is the exquisite 1860 American gold 2 ½ Dollar from the Charlotte Mint. Charlotte Mint gold coins are some of the most desired items in numismatics today, ranging from scarce to extremely rare. Of the Charlotte Liberty Head quarter eagles such as this, it is a scarcer date type coin. Featuring the Liberty Head and in PCGS holder graded AU 58 (54863463), the coin shows beautiful red toning and lustre across surfaces. One of only 7,469 pieces struck, this is an extremely uncommon item, with just four recorded finer in PCGS census. The item is estimated at £5,000 – 7,000.

Rare 1600s Gold Coin Found In Secret Compartment Expected to Fetch Thousands at Auction

Aaron Carter — Tue, 20 May 2025 09:18:30 GMT

Listen to an audio overview here.