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Original Liverpool 'This Is Anfield' sign sells for £115,000 at auction
SportsAuction of the original 'This Is Anfield' sign
The original 'This Is Anfield' sign, first hung in the players' tunnel at Anfield in 1972, has been sold at auction for £115,000.
The sign, intended to psychologically intimidate opposing teams, exceeded its listed price by more than seven times, with the total cost reaching £149,500 including commission and VAT.
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- The idea for the sign came from the groundsman and was approved by club secretary Peter Robinson
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Expected Outcomes
- The sale of the sign may lead to increased interest in Liverpool FC memorabilia
Why It Matters
The sign is a significant piece of Liverpool FC history and its sale may have implications for the club's legacy
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Timeline of this story
- Sep 9Home | Mail Online (GB): The winning bid was £115,000, reportedly a record price for any UK sports stadium interior sign, with the overall cost standing at £149,500
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