The incredible array of everything from Roy of the Rovers to Oor Wullie and Bunty to Valentine is going under the hammer next month at Anderson & Garland, on March 11 and 12.
It is the first portion of the lifetime’s collection of renowned collector Peter Hansen, from Byker, with pieces expected to sell for up to £1,800.
The collection is so vast that the two largest comics auctioneers in the United Kingdom - Anderson & Garland and Excalibur Auctions - will collaborate on a series of sales throughout 2026.
In the meantime, find out more about the The Peter Hansen Collection of Comics – Premiere Sale here.
In case you missed it;
1. John and Oor Wullie Portrait
John Bullock-Anderson, Head of Comics at Anderson & Garland, with the Oor Wullie portrait and a vast collection. | Anderson & Garland
2. Valentine and Jackie
First issues of Valentine and Jackie which is part of the collection, described as 'perhaps the most significant private collection of British comics ever assembled.' | Anderson & Garland
3. Peter's lifetime passion
Peter Hansen whose life's collection of comics is going up for auction. PHOTO CREDIT Downthetubes | PHOTO CREDIT Downthetubes
4. Memories of the past
Another sample from Peter Hansen's incredible collection which will be auctioned in March. | Anderson & Garland