More than a Game: Sporting Medals & Shirts
Rare and important pieces from the earliest days of Association football will feature in this carefully curated specialist sale.
Topping the sale are two football shirts, one worn during the first official Irish Free State home tie vs. Italy in 1927, the other during Rangers only European trophy win in 1972. Further details are presented within.
Alongside these, we will include a English vs. Scottish XI medal awarded to Heart of Midlothian stalwart and early club legend, Bobby Walker. Dated to 1899, the award is an unusual survivor.
Alongside this is an interesting Rangers display said to have once hung in the halls of Ibrox itself. Mounted with share certificates dating from shortly after the club became incorporated in 1899, these are presented alongside a cheque made payable to the Gers most famous manager, Bill Struth.
Items of contrasting Olympic interest will also be offered. A most curious Wenlock Olympiad padlock will be sure to catch collectors’ eyes, this piece relating to the eponymous competition that inspired THE modern day Olympic Games. From the 21st century, an Olympic torch used in the lead up to the Athens 2004 homecoming games stands as an iconic symbol of those very Games.
Entries are invited for our next Sporting auction on 3rd February 2023. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form.
