England’s desire to expand its territory grew in the early 12th century with conquests in the British Isles and continental Europe. As England’s power grew so did its ambitions. During the reign of Henry VII (1485-1509) there was a clear policy of expansion and...
Latest news from Harmers of London
Auction date changes & Coronavirus
Due to the current global situation Harmers of London has taken the precautionary measure of postponing both its spring auctions until June 2020. Harmers new format Coin Auction will now take place on the 8 June while the Stamp Auction will go under the gavel on 17...
One month, two auctions
Harmers of London is pleased to announce the dates of its next two auctions. The spring sale season will open with Harmers’ signature Stamp Auction on the 1 April and close with a new format Coin Auction on 21 April 2020. Both sales have been tightly curated and...
Invitation to consign
Harmers of London, the iconic British auction house founded in 1918, and member of the Bolaffi Auction Group since 2018, is looking for stamps and coins for its two upcoming auctions on April 2020 in London. The next philatelic auction will be held on April 2020 and...
The new Harmers’ headquarters
Harmers of London Auctions is delighted to announce the opening of its brand new headquarters in London. After 100 years, Harmers returns in the heart of London, very near where everything began in 1918. The first auction took place in Bond Street and now at 60 of St....
Farewell Letter from Mr. Orlandini
Dear collectors, clients and friends,It was December 1990 when Bernard D. Harmer handed me the keys of his business. It was a business transaction between two professional stamp dealers, but it would never have been possible if trust, friendship and passion for stamps...
Harmers becomes part of Bolaffi Group
The Bolaffi Group is proud to announce the acquisition of Harmers of London Auction Ltd, the historical philatelic auction house established in London since 1918. The CEO of Aste Bolaffi, Mr. Filippo Bolaffi said: "We are thrilled about this new acquisition....