Spink Insider: The Podcast Where History is Valued

From Match-Worn Shirts to World Cup History | Inside Sports Memorabilia - Episode 21

From the earliest days of the FIFA World Cup to some of the most infamous moments in modern football history, sporting objects always leave something behind.  In this episode, we step inside the world of sports memorabilia with special guest David Convery from Budds, exploring how moments in sport are transformed into collectable history. What makes something “match-worn” so significant? Why do collectors place such value on the physical traces of the game? And how do certain objects come to define entire eras of sporting memory? From early international tournaments to iconic World Cup moments that still resonate today, this conversation looks at the emotional and historical weight carried by the objects that survive the game. Find out how sport becomes legacy, and how legacy becomes collectable🏆⚽

Albania: The Unknown Border Between East and West - Episode 20

In this episode of the Spink Insider Podcast, Giuseppe Razza and Fernando Martínezexplore the remarkable world of Albanian postal history and hidden stories carried across one of Europe’s most complex frontiers. Far beyond stamps as objects, this conversation examines what postal history can reveal about empires, conflict, economics, and power. Through rare and extraordinary material, we trace Albania’s position between East and West and discuss how letters, covers, and forgotten postal routes can sometimes preserve details that official history has overlooked. From unique discoveries and legendary rarities to the personalities behind decades of research, this is a fascinating discussion about history told through paper, ink, and survival across dangerous borders.

Minting an Icon: The Birth of Britannia - Episode 19

At the Restoration court of Charles II, few figures were more talked about than Frances Stuart. Celebrated for her beauty and closely watched by the King and his circle, she navigated a world where visibility brought both opportunity and risk. In 1667, following the Peace of Breda, her image was used for something quite unexpected. On a medal by Jan Rottiers, Frances appears as Britannia—an enduring symbol of Britain’s identity. As Samuel Pepys noted at the time, her likeness was unmistakable. From there, the image moved onto coinage, placing Britannia and France, into everyday circulation. Over time, the connection to the woman herself was lost, and the figure became timeless. In this episode, we look at the story behind Britannia: the court, the image, and the woman at its centre.

MEDALS ROUNDTABLE: Orders, Decorations and Medals | April 2026

The Spink Medals department is back for another exciting roundtable. Each specialist talks us through the selected highlight lots of the auction and shares the fascinating stories behind them. As always, bringing our catalogue to life in the most delightful way.

To Have, To Play, To Keep: The Art of Collecting Comics, Vinyl & Videogames - Episode 18

There are collectors who preserve, and those who live with what they love. In this episode, Tim Robson returns, joined by Will Robson - comic artist and avid collector. Together, they wander through the world of comic books: what draws people to them, how value is recognised, and which heroes have stood the test of time.  With an unexpected and rather charming turn, they explore the balance between condition and connection - why some items are kept pristine, while others are handled, enjoyed and woven into daily life. From the craft behind comic illustration to the tactile pleasure of dropping a needle onto a record, this episode considers what it truly means to collect.