Medal & Militaria Valuations
Unlock the true story and value behind your medals & military history
Medals and other items of militaria provide a unique insight in to historic acts of heroism and outstanding bravery.
As a specialist provider of militaria and medal valuations, we know that this extremely personal connection is the reason these items will always be popular.
Medal collectors are often driven by their passion to research such heroic events and collectors and museums alike play an important role in preserving an invaluable historic record.
Our team of valuers has a wealth of experience in all aspects of military collectables – a very specialist area which requires in-depth expertise to carry out accurate and reliable assessments.
Our experts not only provide accurate medal valuations but can also provide valuations for other military decorations and orders, whether they have been issued by British or overseas forces. This is a free service to all UK residents.
Established in 1958, we have an established database of private collectors and buyers from all over the world with a keen interest in medals and other types of military antiques. If you want to share the story of an historic item, we can help by reaching out to this global audience.
If you’ve inherited a family heirloom, we would be delighted to hear from you if you reside in the UK. We are also happy to assist any medal collectors who might want to reduce or refresh their collection or military medal dealers with stock they need to market.
By taking advantage of our free medal valuations service, you will receive expert advice about the best way to achieve the maximum possible returns.
We may offer to sell your collection by public auction or by private treaty sale, but there is no obligation to do so. Our only aim is to help you to make an informed decision.
Discover the true value of your military collectables, call 01926 499031 and speak to our valuations team today!
How much is a medal worth?
When it comes to deciding a medal's value, there are a number of factors which always have a significant influence.
Age, condition and rarity are always important when grading military medals, but the campaign for which it was awarded is also of importance.
The following campaign medals also tend to prove popular:
- Peninsula War
- Waterloo
- Crimean War
- Indian Mutiny
- Boer War
- WW1
- WW2
Gallantry Medals from all campaigns and theatres are also extremely sought after.
Because some campaign medals are not inscribed, such as British awards from 1939 to 1945, it is important to relay any other details which are known when seeking a medal valuation.
Original documentation – such as photographs, a pilot’s flying log book or any certificates which were awarded – can prove very useful when trying to establish a medal’s provenance.
If any details are known about the recipient, they can also help to increase a medal's value because buyers are often inspired by the brave stories behind these historic items.
The type of bars, clasps and ribbons which were issued with the medal can also increase its value.
Whilst we will do all we can to provide you with an accurate medal valuation, its worth ultimately depends on what someone is prepared to pay – and selling at auction can be the best way to achieve the maximum possible realisation.
Get a free militaria valuation with our experts
If you’ve found a medal that’s been hidden away for years or recently inherited a piece of military history, you may be wondering: How much is it worth?
As experts in medals and militaria valuations, this is a question that our experts will happily help to answer. There’s no charge to UK residents for this free valuation service – and the potential value of your items may leave you pleasantly surprised!
If you need a fast and accurate medal valuation that you can trust, our expert valuers Jill Smith, Jack Colchester, and Daniel Smith are the best UK militaria and medal specialists – boasting an in-depth knowledge of all British and foreign orders, decorations and medals.
Unlock the true value of your collection - get an expert valuation today!
We work with private collectors and major institutions from across the UK.
How to get a free medal & militaria valuation
We are proud to provide free advice to all UK residents about any aspect of military collectables, from free medal valuations to detailed assessments of military antiques.
Based in Warwick, our experts are known for their accurate valuations.
We can also offer free advice about the best way to sell medals & militaria via public auction or a private treaty sale.
Written valuations for probate and insurance purposes are available upon request.
No Online Valuations
We are always happy to receive emailed images of your collection, but accurate assessments require detailed research and hands-on inspection to determine condition. If you’d like to arrange a valuation, please get in touch - we’re here to help you get the most from your collectables.
Auction or a dealer?
Auctions can attract competitive bids from global collectors, often leading to higher returns, especially rare or unique items, where demand drives up prices.
Dealers operate at substantial profit margins and offer to buy at considerably less than items would achieve at auction. If you require an immediate sale, we may consider a private treaty offer.
Free valuations
Whether you’re a collector or someone who has inherited a collection, our experts are happy to share their wealth of experience. To get free advice, please call 01926 499031, you may end up receiving a pleasant surprise!
Visit in person
Callers are welcome to visit our Warwick office during normal office hours - 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday – to request a valuation. There is no need to make an appointment. Valuations will not be completed on the day.
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