Plumridge & Co

Plumridge & Co, the oldest stamp auctioneer in the World, was established 120 years ago in 1898. Founded by Mr H.W. Plumridge, the business was considered in the top two auction houses in London for many years. Sometime just before the First World War, we moved to larger premises with our own auction rooms. The new premises were located in the Strand which at the time, was the heart of Philately. Our stamp auctions, which were held twice a week, continued through both wars despite the office in Chancery Lane being obliterated during the Blitz. In more recent times, the office was moved to Adam Street and then St Martins Court where auctions were held in nearby hotels including the Strand Palace Hotel. More recently we, like many others, have relocated to premises outside of London and Northamptonshire. Over the years, many of the worlds known rarities have been sold in our auctions including: Great Britain 1865 9d Straw Plate 5 presented by King George V. Cat. £20,000 Canada 1852 12d black. Used on cover Cat £95,000 Mauritius 1847 Post Office 2d. Used on cover £130,000 Bermuda 1860 J H Tiles at St George. Cat £ 95,000