| The spectacular giant Teacake, iconic unicorn heads that lit up the Opening Ceremony and signed Netballs from the Gold medal match, alongside a host of unforgettable sporting treasures from this summer’s Commonwealth Games, are set to go under the hammer this week, as the official Glasgow 2026 Memorabilia Auction opens to the public. Hosted by Glasgow’s own Anita Manning – star of BBC’s Bargain Hunt, Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip – the auction offers fans, collectors and sporting enthusiasts a rare opportunity to take home an authentic piece of Commonwealth Games history. Delivered by The Retailer Group, official Glasgow 2026 memorabilia licensee, in partnership with Great Western Auctions, the official Glasgow 2026 Memorabilia Auction gives fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of the Games. Fans can now explore the full catalogue and place bids online via The Official Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Auction… (20 Aug 26), before the live auction takes place on Thursday 20 August at Great Western Auctions. Whether bidding online or in person, supporters will have the chance to take home an authentic piece of Glasgow 2026 and own a lasting reminder of an unforgettable summer of sport. The sale brings together an extraordinary collection of Games-used memorabilia and iconic ceremony props that helped create some of the most memorable moments of Glasgow 2026. Fans of the ceremonies will have the chance to own some of the most recognisable features of the Games. Alongside the giant Teacake and the instantly recognisable unicorn heads and Barrowland stars, a range of show-stopping props that celebrated Scotland’s culture, creativity and character on the world stage will be available to bidders, including Nessie who featured in a scene with Games Ambassador and global megastar Sam Heughan. The auction also includes a unique collection of sporting memorabilia taken directly from the field of play. Highlights include the batons carried during the men’s and women’s 4x100m and 4x400m relay finals, boxing gloves signed by medal-winning athletes, signed netballs from the gold medal match, the jacks used in the Bowls gold medal final and a Judo backnumbers signed by all gold medallists. Every lot is exclusive to the official auction and represents a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of Glasgow 2026, with all items carrying a Certificate of Authenticity and tamper-evident hologram, providing a direct and verifiable link to the Games. Faye Shaw, Glasgow 2026 Chief Financial Officer said: “Glasgow 2026 created unforgettable sporting moments and celebrated Scotland’s culture, creativity and welcoming spirit on the world stage. This auction gives fans a unique opportunity to own a tangible piece of those memories, from items used by medal-winning athletes to iconic ceremony props that captured the imagination of millions. These pieces tell the story of the Games and will help ensure magic of Glasgow 2026 lives on for years to come.” Gordon MacPherson, Owner and Managing Director of The Retailer Group, said: “Having delivered the official memorabilia programme for Birmingham 2022, it is a real privilege to do the same for Glasgow 2026 and to connect fans with the Games once again. These are really special items, and every one of them keeps an incredible summer of sport alive for the people who were there.” The official Glasgow 2026 Memorabilia Auction offers a unique opportunity to own a genuine piece of Commonwealth Games history. View the full catalogue, register to bid and place online bids at Great Western Auctions | the saleroom auctions. |
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