Life-Long Rugby Fan’s Collection Goes Up For Auction
A must-see collection of rugby books, programmes and memorabilia from New Zealand and around the world goes up for
auction at Webb’s next week.
Over 1000 items amassed by a life-long rugby fan, Des Johnson (died 1995) are currently on view at Webb’s. Des Johnson
was a well-known and liked in the rugby world. He was an avid player in his youth, but later turned to less-injurious
refereeing.
His collection features: hundreds of books, most in excellent condition, and many bearing the signatures and
inscriptions of authors and players; a rare and desirable set of the Rugby Almanac of New Zealand; thousands of
programmes, including various rare and collectable early 20th century programmes; vintage team photographs; a set of
cigarette cards; pins, buttons and badges; ties and caps; and flags and banners.
A unique opportunity for aficionados in Auckland for the Rugby World Cup, the collection is on view at Webb’s from
tomorrow to Tuesday 27 September, and will be sold on Wednesday 28 September, from midday.
ON VIEW SATURDAY 24 & SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER - 11:00AM - 3:00PM
MONDAY - TUESDAY 9:00AM - 5:30PM
ENDS