Race to History: Auction in England Has Horse Hair, Shoes, Art

Over 500 items are up for auction in the Race to History Auction, put on by Graham Budd auctioneers in partnership with Weatherbys. The auction will be held in the John Lambton Room, National Horse Racing Museum, Palace Street, Newmarket, UK, CB8 8EP, at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13th. Graham Budd auctions are held as livestream webcasts that can be accessed globally; pre-registration is required. Telephone bidding can also be arranged.

The auction is a large collection of horse racing memorabilia including art works and sculptures, race cards and race badges, trophies and awards, equipment and silks. There are famous horseshoes, locks of famous horsehair and saddled towels, plus books.

A lock of hair from the great racehorse and sire Brigadier Gerard.

A pair of Frankie Dettori-signed racing pants

Access the auction HERE.

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