Sell My Medals in London

Medal Valuation in London

If you want to sell medals in London, the first step is to understand what your collection could be worth. Whether you have a single military medal, a group inherited from a relative or awards collected over many years, a specialist assessment can help you make an informed decision.

Sell My Medals provides an online route to an initial medal valuation. Submit clear photographs and any information you have about your medals, and our team can assess your enquiry and explain the next steps.

Through our auction arrangements with T&T Auctions, suitable medals and collections may be offered to interested buyers. The appropriate selling route depends on the items, their potential market value and the applicable terms and fees.

You do not need to identify every medal yourself before getting in touch. Clear photographs of the front and reverse, together with any ribbons, naming, clasps and accompanying paperwork, provide a useful starting point.

How to Get Your Medals Valued

You can begin your medal valuation online in four simple steps.

1. Photograph your medals. Take clear pictures of the front and reverse, including ribbons, clasps, naming and distinctive details.
2. Describe your collection. Include any known medal names, service details, recipients, dates, quantities, certificates or accompanying paperwork.
3. Submit your request. Use our online valuation form to send your photographs and information.
4. Review your options. Once your enquiry has been assessed, you can consider the available selling routes without being obliged to proceed.

Submit your medals for a free online valuation.

How to Photograph Medals for a Valuation

Good photographs help specialists identify medals, inscriptions, clasps and other distinguishing features. A modern smartphone is usually a suitable place to start.

• Place medals on a plain, uncluttered background.
• Photograph the front and reverse of each medal.
• Use bright, even lighting and avoid harsh shadows or reflections.
• Keep the medal, ribbon and any distinctive details in focus.
• Include close-ups of naming, dates, clasps, maker's marks and inscriptions.
• Photograph any original boxes, paperwork, certificates or accompanying documents.
• For larger groups, include an overview as well as individual photographs of the medals.

If known, include details of the recipient, service history, campaign, award and provenance. Original boxes, paperwork and certificates can provide useful context when assessing a medal group.

Avoid polishing or cleaning medals before submitting photographs, as this can damage original finishes. Do not post valuable medals until you have agreed the appropriate arrangements with our team.

Which Medals and Collections Can You Sell?

We welcome enquiries about a range of British and international medals and collections, including:

• British campaign and service medals
• First and Second World War medals
• Gallantry awards and decorations
• Long service and good conduct medals
• Medals with clasps, named edges or accompanying paperwork
• Foreign and Commonwealth military medals
• Inherited medal groups, family collections and military memorabilia

A medal's age alone does not determine its value. Rarity, condition, recipient details, naming, associated clasps, provenance and collector demand can all influence the price it may achieve. Some medals are common, while particular awards or documented groups may warrant closer investigation.

How Can You Sell Medals in London?

The right selling method depends on the type of medals you own, their potential market value and how quickly you wish to sell.

Selling through auction

A specialist auction can expose suitable medals and collections to interested buyers. Where there is genuine competition, bidding may help establish a market price, but no particular selling price is guaranteed.

Through our valuation service and auction arrangements with T&T Auctions, we can help you explore whether your medals may be suitable for auction. Check seller commissions, other charges, reserve arrangements and payment terms before consigning items.

Comparing your options

When comparing selling options, consider the amount you could receive after applicable fees rather than relying on an estimate alone. An estimated value is not the same as a guaranteed sale price or your final net proceeds.

You can also explore our recently sold medal collections to view examples of medal groups featured in our auction results.

Medal Valuations Across London and Greater London

Whether you are in Central London, North London, South London, East London, West London or elsewhere in Greater London, you can begin your enquiry online.

An online valuation can be particularly convenient if you have an inherited military medal group or a valuable collection that you would prefer not to carry across the city before making initial arrangements.

Any in-person inspection, delivery or auction arrangements should be agreed with our team before you travel or send your medals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Medals in London