Catalogue for the auction of
Cricket, Football & Sporting Memorabilia

To be held on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
6th, 7th, 8th & 9th August 2026

Sydney Francis Barnes, Warwickshire, Lancashire, Staffordshire, England & Wales 1894-1930. A commemorative side plate with colour transfer printed vignette of Barnes stood at the wicket in bowling pose to centre, with inscription ‘Syd. F. Barnes-Famous International Bowler’ and below this a printed shield stating ‘Brilliant bowling by Barnes-obtained six wickets for 24 runs. The English team in Australia 1908’. The plate with ribbed outer border and gilt lustre to edge. 8” diameter. Good/very good condition
The plates were produced to commemorate Barnes taking six wickets for 24 runs for England v Australia in Australia 1908’. This plate is slightly different to the previous plate as it has details of his performance to the lower border and is slightly larger in size

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