ABOUT US

About Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's Auctions

At Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's, we bring together the expertise of Stanley Gibbons, Baldwin's, Baldwin's Bullion, and Complete Collector under one unified brand. We don't just sell collectables – we celebrate the passion that drives collectors. Because we're collectors ourselves.

Whether you've inherited a collection that's been treasured for decades, you're an experienced collector seeking that perfect piece, or you're just beginning to discover the joy of collecting, you've found your home.

We're the people who understand that irresistible pull of discovery, the thrill of the hunt, and the profound satisfaction of connecting with history through the objects we cherish.

No matter how many wonderful items fill your collection, nothing quite matches the intrigue of that missing piece. It's what draws collectors to our auctions time and again – that irresistible possibility of finally uncovering the elusive stamp, coin, or trading card that's been haunting your wishlist. When you live for the chase, this is where you come to hunt.

Our Experts, Your Advocates

Meet the specialists, curators, and collection enthusiasts who make your collecting journey exceptional.

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A Legacy Worth Knowing

Uncover the story of how a chemist's son and a Victorian coin dealer's vision converged to create the ultimate destination for collectors worldwide.

our history

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Where passion meets expertise

Step into our showroom at 399 Strand in London, and you'll immediately sense something different. This isn't just a shop or an auction house – it's where collectors gather, stories unfold, and discoveries happen every single day.

Our specialists light up when they talk about a rare 1840 Penny Black, an ancient Roman coin, a pristine Pokémon card, a vintage comic book, a military medal with an extraordinary story, or a gleaming gold sovereign.

When they share their knowledge with you, it comes from genuine enthusiasm, not just professional obligation. We believe that everyone has a collector inside them waiting to be awakened – and we're here to nurture that interest and help it flourish.

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Specialists who care

More than just transactions

Every conversation we have, every auction we hold, and every valuation we provide is guided by a simple principle: collecting should be joyful. Whether you're browsing our cabinets, nervous about selling something precious, or curious about what you've inherited, you'll find we approach every interaction with genuine care.

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Our collectors

A community of shared enthusiasm

Walk into one of our auctions and you'll witness something magical.

Bidders from around the world come together in friendly competition, and there's that wonderful moment when someone finally wins the piece they've been seeking for years.

Our collectors become friends – sharing stories, swapping advice, and celebrating each other's discoveries.

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Our values

Trust built through understanding

When you choose Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's, you're choosing to work with people who genuinely understand what your collections mean to you.

Our valuations aren't just about numbers – they're about helping you understand what makes your pieces special.

Our auctions aren't just sales events – they're celebrations of collecting where every lot gets the attention it deserves.

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Our team

Expertise made accessible

We're proud of our knowledge, but we never use it to make anyone feel excluded.

Whether you can recite catalogue numbers from memory or you're not quite sure what you're looking at, our specialists meet you exactly where you are.

Our team includes experts like Mark Smith from BBC's Antiques Roadshow, yet our expertise spans stamps, coins, medals, trading cards, comics, bullion, and militaria – but what really matters is helping you understand why your pieces are special.

Your story starts here

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's represents the coming together of four specialist brands, each bringing decades of expertise to create something greater than the sum of its part:

Stanley Gibbons leads the world in stamps and philatelic expertise.
Baldwin's remains the trusted authority for coins, medals, and numismatics.
Baldwin's Bullion offers secure precious metals investment.
Complete Collector shares insights across all categories.

Together, as Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's, we offer unparalleled expertise across every collecting category.

Stanley Gibbons and Baldwin's have been trusted names in collecting for generations, but we're not resting on that heritage. At Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's, we believe that the best collecting stories are still waiting to be written.

Because when passion meets expertise, when stories meet understanding, and when collectors meet collectors, remarkable things happen.

Ready to discover what's possible?

We'd love to be part of your collecting story.

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