Rugby Memorabilia

Rugby Memorabilia | Union & League

BUDDS is a leading specialist in signed rugby memorabilia, with a track record of handling historic items from both union and rugby league. 

From shirts worn in iconic internationals to rare programmes and trophies, our sales celebrate the great rivalries of the game, with particular strength in Welsh and English rugby memorabilia.

Rugby Memorabilia Auction Results

Our Rugby Department has brought to auction some of the most important items in the sport’s history:

Jonny Wilkinson 2003 Rugby World Cup Final Shirt 

The white and red No.10 shirt worn in the first half of England v Australia in Sydney, when Wilkinson’s drop goal later secured the World Cup in extra time. Sold for £30,000, a defining piece of English rugby memorabilia.

New Zealand ‘Original All Blacks’ Tour Shirt, 1905-06 

Worn by Ernest Booth during the historic tour of the British Isles and France. Sold for £25,000; Booth was part of the pioneering side that set the standard for New Zealand rugby dominance. 

New Zealand ‘Original All Blacks’ v England, 1905

Another rare jersey from the same tour, worn in the famous international at Crystal Palace on 2nd December 1905, remembered for England’s lone try in a 15-0 defeat. Realised £24,000.

1955 Rugby League Challenge Cup winner’s medal 

Awarded to Jack Grundy (Barrow) - Barrow’s only Challenge Cup triumph - plus his 1956–57 runners-up medal.

David Duckham Barbarians Shirt, 1973

The black and white No.14 shirt worn in the classic Barbarians v All Blacks fixture at Cardiff Arms Park, when Duckham’s brilliance contributed to Gareth Edwards’ “greatest try ever scored.” Sold for £14,000, a standout piece of Welsh and English rugby memorabilia.

Consign Rugby Memorabilia with BUDDS

We are actively seeking signed rugby memorabilia, rugby league memorabilia, and historic union items for upcoming auctions. Contact our specialists for a valuation and showcase your items to an international audience of rugby collectors.