You may be decluttering, downsizing or perhaps you’re dealing with an estate, whatever your personal situation, you may find Medals that were awarded to relatives or loved ones and wonder if those ‘badges of honour’ are saleable.
You may be decluttering, downsizing or perhaps you’re dealing with an estate, whatever your personal situation, you may find Medals that were awarded to relatives or loved ones and wonder if those ‘badges of honour’ are saleable.
In particular, War Medals can be quite valuable and are very much in demand. When it comes to determining a Medal’s value, the age, condition, and rarity are all important factors to consider. The recipient and campaign for which it was awarded is also of importance, as some campaigns tend to be more popular than others. Gallantry Medals are often more valuable than Campaign Medals.
The Waterloo medal. To James Broad of the 1st Battalion of the 32nd of foot (Cornwall) regiment.
Original bars, clasps or ribbons can increase the value, whilst any relevant documentation or photographs can provide an enhanced provenance. Medals can be a historic record of an outstanding act of heroism and bravery, which means they play an important role in preserving little pieces of history and can also make the Medal(s) more collectable to enthusiasts across the globe.
There are many ways you can sell Medals these days, depending on your circ*mstances, one method might be more suitable for you than another. It is certainly also worth noting that Medals are a specialised field, and having the relevant knowledge and expertise is invaluable when it comes to achieving the best sale price…
Selling on third party platforms like Ebay or Etsy, can be very time-consuming and if you have not thoroughly researched and identified your item, you may be vulnerable to bargain hunters. Certain Medals are prohibited, so you will need to be aware and take the time to familiarise yourself with the terms and conditions of sale.
A mixed group of WWI and WWII medals
You could consider selling directly to dealers who will provide you with a swift sale. We would advise contacting several dealers to ensure you are getting the best deal.
A popular choice for those who are more interested in achieving the highest price for their medal(s) and less concerned about an immediate cash return, is auction. An expert valuer will carry out research and often provide you with interesting information relating to your medal(s), whilst in addition, they will value, photograph and market your Medal(s), making it the easiest route by far.
When selling with Dawsons, you will have access to our friendly team of specialist valuers who will provide expert advice. Bespoke in-house marketing will ensure your Medals are promoted directly to an established international client base. Whilst you can rest assured in the knowledge that you will get the best possible price for your Medal(s), with Dawsons also holding monthly auctions, you will receive your monies within 30 days of a sale.
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