Stamp auctions are a great way for philatelic traders and stamp collectors to buy and sell stamps.

Established in 1958, Warwick & Warwick have been organising stamp auctions for over 65 years and have built up a considerable worldwide reputation for our expertise during that time.

Having grown to become one of the most respected stamp auction houses in the world, we now play an essential role in this collectables industry for collectors and stamp dealers alike.

We hold a worldwide database of regular customers and our monthly stamp auction is well attended.

Each one of our regular philatelic auctions contains a large selection of miscellaneous lots from around the world. We also offer stamp collections which are intact and have often taken years to assemble.

Whether you want to buy rare stamps or sell rare stamps, our philatelic experts can cater for all your stamp and postal history requirements.

We are more than happy to issue free advice to all UK residents. Why not contact us to discuss your collection. We can also provide you with professional stamp valuations – they are free of charge if you live in the UK and there’s no obligation to sell.

With individual lot prices starting from a few pounds and rising to many thousands, our stamp auctions and postal history sales really do have something for everyone.

Put our philatelic experience to the test, call 01926 499031 and get in touch with our stamp valuers today.

G.B. The 1840 “V.R” Official was prepared for use in 1840 but was not issued. A very scarce unused block of four, a marginal pair and a single, were sold in the Warwick & Warwick April 2015 auction, realising £31,800; £17,100 and £5,800 respectively.

What types of stamps do we sell?

If you are interested in buying rare stamps at one of our philatelic auctions we hold monthly sales throughout the year.

As well as offering stamp collections, single items and sets, we also sell covers, proof material and other items of postal history.

Our popular sale items include GB and British Commonwealth collections, covers, thematics, Far Eastern issues, early original collections, revenue stamps, fiscal stamps, Cinderella stamps, first day covers and presentation packs, imperforate stamps and miniature sheets.

How to get stamp valuations 

Stamp values can be a difficult thing to ascertain.

At Warwick & Warwick we have more than six decades of experience. You can trust that our stamp valuers will always aim to achieve the maximum possible returns.

If you’re thinking about selling your entire stamp collection or even just part of it, visit our guide to selling stamps for more information.

Or call 01926 499031 and speak to one of our stamp experts– we’ll be happy to give you free advice on how best to market your collection.

USA. 1918 “Inverted Jenny”, one of the most famous stamps in the world. Warwick and Warwick sold a mint example in our March 2009 sale. It realised £184,000 including the buyers' premium.

When do our philatelic auctions take place?

We hold 12 public auctions per year which are always well attended by stamp dealers, philatelic collectors and postal history enthusiasts.

In addition to this programme, we occasionally hold single specialist sales for vendors with significant collections.

Our next general public stamp auctions will take place on:

• 4th December 2024
• 8th January 2025
• 5th February 2025
• 5th March 2025

All of our philatelic and postal history auctions start at 10am.

Click here to view the online stamp auction catalogue, once it is uploaded, and place bids on any items in the sale. Bids can also be placed by telephone or email. Live bidding on the day is also available via Easy Live Auction - simply click the button at the bottom of this page to find us.

G.B. 1910 2d Tyrian Plum, sold by Warwick and Warwick in our October 2012 sale from the collection formed by Commander Hugh Simpson. It realised £48,300 including the buyers' premium.

Where do our philatelic auctions take place?

All of the sales we organise take place at our Warwick offices. There is no facility for room bidders during the sale but we do encourage live bidding on the day via Easy Live Auction.

Simply click on the Easy Live Auction button at the bottom of the page to find us.

Please note that Easy Live Auction charge for this service.

Free registration with Easy Live Auction will attract a 3% charge on the hammer price. The £3 flat fee will not!

Bids are also accepted via our online catalogue and by post. There are limited telephones available so please do give Easy Live Auction a go!

 

The Gian Maria Rossi collection of G.B. overprints was offered for sale by Warwick and Warwick in June 2005. The lots assembled included one of the most important collections of Niger Coast seen on the market. This included the above cover-1893 (Dec) reg. cover from old Calabar River to Freetown bearing 3 of 1d lilac (SG2) and vertical strip of 3 of HALF PENNY on 2d in blue (SG30) - the largest known multiple. It realised £5,290 including the buyers' premium.

Viewing times for our philatelic auctions

Stamp dealers and members of the public who want to make a first-hand inspection beforehand can arrange for a viewing at Chalon House in Warwick.

The viewing times are:

• 9am – 4.30pm on the Friday, Monday and Tuesday prior to the sale.

Please note there will be no viewing facility outside these periods.

Commission bids can be placed in advance of the sale. You can do this by using our online facility, over the telephone, by post, fax or email. Bidding agents also attend our sale who can act on your behalf. You may prefer the excitement of bidding live via Easy Live Auction from the comfort of your own home or office. Click on the button at the bottom of this page to find us.

Please visit our Online Catalogue for further details on how to buy rare stamps at auction.

Requests for further images can be sent to scans@warwickandwarwick.com

When do I receive my stamps?

Invoices are emailed to you the day after the sale. Please provide payment via the pay button on your invoice, BACS or cheque. Card payments are accepted by telephone for invoices under £500. We aim to despatch goods within several days of receiving your payment (7 days for payment by cheque). Lots may be collected from the Friday after the sale, strictly by appointment. Please call 01926 499031. Payment should be made in advance.

The only known example of the G.B. 1967 Discoveries 1/9d “missing gold (Queen’s head)”, was sold by Warwick and Warwick in our December 2014 auction. It realised £23,600 including the buyers' premium.

Buy and sell rare stamps in confidence

With over 100 years of combined experience in the philatelic industry, our stamp and postal history team are one of the most experienced around.

That means you can sell rare stamps with 100% confidence that your material will achieve the maximum possible realisation.

If you wish to buy from our auction we will be pleased to execute bids and advise potential purchasers accordingly.

If you reside in the UK and need free advice on any aspect of selling philatelic material please contact us today.

Email info@warwickandwarwick.com or call 01926 499031 now.

To view auction reports of previous sales please click here.