Catalogue for the auction of
Cricket, Football & Sporting Memorabilia

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6th, 7th, 8th & 9th August 2026

William Shepherd. Surrey 1864-1865 (13 matches). Four lines on a fragment of a ruled page in ink in the hand of Shepherd, including the signature ‘W. Shepherd’ followed by details of his playing career with Surrey, Dulwich College and the ‘1st Australians 1868’. Some uneven trimming, otherwise in good condition.
The 1868 tour by the Australian Aboriginals was the first visit to England by an overseas touring team. William Shepherd was engaged in England as the side’s umpire and was co-opted to play for the team in seven of the tour matches.

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