Clumber Auction House is proud to offer one of South Yorkshire’s most respected regular militaria sale sections. We handle medals, edged weapons, uniforms, ephemera and associated military antiques from both World Wars and beyond — attracting serious collectors from across the UK and internationally.
What We Sell
- Campaign Medals & Groups: World War I and II medals, group sets with ration books and photographs, gallantry medals, Long Service & Good Conduct medals
- Edged Weapons: British military swords, bayonets, trench fighting knives, and daggers — all sold legally in compliance with UK law
- Uniforms & Equipment: Period military tunics, helmets (tin hats, Pickelhaube), webbing, field kit and personal equipment
- Ephemera & Documents: Discharge papers, regimental photos, trench art, cigarette cards, maps, and wartime correspondence
- Naval & Aviation: Royal Navy and Royal Air Force items including pilot’s wings, ship models, and logbooks
Provenance & Research
Our team researches medal groups before each sale, identifying recipients where possible. Named medals with provenance command a significant premium at auction. If you have a collection to sell, our specialists can help attribute your items and maximise their value.
Are edged weapons legal to sell at auction?
Yes. Antique edged weapons (manufactured before 1954 in most cases) are legal to sell and purchase in the UK. We comply with all relevant legislation and include appropriate descriptions in all our lot listings.
Do you take single medals or only groups?
We accept both. Single campaign medals and rare decorations can achieve excellent prices. Named medal groups with accompanying ephemera tend to sell particularly well.