Science And Technology Department

Next online auction: Wed 22nd Apr 10:00am
Next valuation day: Wed 29th Apr 10:00am

Sell Science and Technology at Auction

RWB Auctions is proud to offer a varied range of vintage and antique science and technology items as part of our monthly general sales.

Our department boasts a significant expertise in 20th century consumer technology including telegraphy items by the Marconi Company and pieces associated with early television including John Logie Baird’s Televisor. There is a strong niche collectors market for valve and transistor radios from manufacturers like Ecko as well as cameras made by Leica, Kodak and Rollei. Audio devices from Nakamichi, Pioneer and Sony are growing in popularity, as is computing equipment from DEC and Apple. Telephony from the likes of Berliner, Bell and Ericson are a source of nostalgia for some with video games and consoles attracting a new generation of collectors.

We also consign scientific instruments and equipment from the 16th century through to the present day. This includes microscopes, telescopes and binoculars, navigational instruments like globes and astrolabes, weighing and measuring devices, tools of all kinds, early cameras, and medical and optical equipment. Our in-house specialists are available to value single items and collections focused on engineering, military technology, transport and mining. Pieces produced by the fine scientific instrument makers of the 18th and 19th centuries, including George Adams Senior, Jesse Ramsden and Edward Nairne, all sell well. As our salerooms are located close to Great Western Railway’s historic Swindon Works, we are particularly interested in items related to locomotive history.

Collectors might also be interested in our Clocks Department.

Sell Vintage Technology At Auction

Our valuers are members of the British Vintage Wireless Society (BVWS), the Scientific Instrument Society (SIS) and the Computer Conservation Society (CCS). We have experience of buying and selling science and technology items and can draw on a network of consultants to identify and catalogue unusual artefacts. Contact us today for a no-obligation valuation.

Upcoming Auctions

1st May - 7th May General Timed Sale

Friday 1st May 2026 10:00

Get ready for our next instalment of bargains to be had at our monthly online-only General Timed Sale. This month's sale will begin at 10am on Friday 1st May and conclude at 8pm on Thursday 7th May. This is another chance to browse, bid, and bag a bargain from the comfort of your own home

As usual, we have a fantastic selection of collectables, artworks, ceramics, vintage toys and tech along with furniture and other home accessories. Whether you are a seasoned collector or simply enjoy the thrill of discovering something unexpected, there is truly something for everyone.

Take your time, explore the catalogue, and enjoy bidding at your leisure.

Bidding Information

This sale is an online-only auction hosted on Easy Live Auction. To take part, log in to your Easy Live Auction account using the same email address registered with RWB Auctions. You may bid live during the auction or set a maximum bid so the platform can bid on your behalf. If you are outbid, you will be notified and may increase your offer. When the auction closes, you will receive your results and an invoice for any successful bids. Registration and login are available at easyliveauction.com.

Viewing Information

Please note that catalogue descriptions do not include condition, quality, or appearance. We strongly advise viewing items in person wherever possible.

In-person viewing will be available at our High Street saleroom on Tuesday, 5th May from 10am until 4.30pm.

Important Information

Condition reports are not provided for General Timed Sales.
Commission bidding is not available for this sale.
All lots must be collected within one week of the auction closing.
Packing and delivery are not offered in-house for this sale.

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Antiques & Interiors

Wednesday 6th May 2026 10:00

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just browsing for something special, join us for this month's Antiques and Interiors sale. Held in our modern salerooms in Royal Wootton Bassett, our auctions offer an exciting mix of vintage and eclectic items awaiting your bids. Visit our saleroom to experience the buzz of a live auction or hop online from the comfort of your own home via Easy Live Auction or The Saleroom. There really is something for everyone.

PLEASE NOTE - Condition, quality and appearance are not listed in any catalogue description. We strongly advise viewing in person, where possible or asking for a condition report.

Viewing Information

All the lots will be carefully laid out for viewing the day before the sale. Our conveniently located High Street salerooms will be open for your perusal, on Tuesday, 5th May, from 10am to 5pm.

Condition Reports

Should you wish to request a condition report, please send it via email to office@rwbauctions.com or via your chosen platform, The Saleroom or Easy Live Auction. We can guarantee a response should your condition report request be with us by 5pm Friday, 1st May. We will endeavour to answer any submissions received after this time.

Payment & Collection

We enforce strict payment terms of five working days from the sale date, and all collections or courier pickup arrangements must be made within seven working days to avoid any storage charges.

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29th May - 7th June General Timed Sale

Friday 29th May 2026 10:00

Get ready for another exciting opportunity to snap up great-value finds in our monthly online-only General Timed Sale. This upcoming sale opens at 10am on Friday, 29th May and closes at 8pm on Sunday, 7th June, giving you a few extra days than usual to browse, bid, and bag a bargain from the comfort of your own home.

As always, the catalogue is brimming with variety. Expect an appealing mix of collectables, artworks, ceramics, vintage toys, retro and modern technology, alongside furniture and home accessories. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a keen interiors enthusiast, or simply enjoy the thrill of discovering something unexpected, there is something here to catch your eye.

Take your time, explore the lots, and enjoy bidding at your leisure.

Bidding Information

This is an online-only auction hosted via Easy Live Auction.

To take part, simply log in to your Easy Live Auction account using the same email address registered with RWB Auctions.

You can place bids as the auction runs or set a maximum bid and let the platform bid automatically on your behalf. If you are outbid, you will be notified and can choose to increase your offer. Once the auction closes, you will receive confirmation of your results along with an invoice for any successful bids.

Registration and login are available at easyliveauction.com.

Viewing Information

Please note that catalogue descriptions do not include details of condition, quality, or appearance. We strongly recommend viewing items in person wherever possible.

In-person viewing will be available at our High Street saleroom on Tuesday, 2nd June, and an extra day to view will be on Thursday, 4th June, from 10am to 5pm.

Important Information

Condition reports are not provided for General Timed Sales
Commission bidding is not available for this sale
All lots must be collected within one week of the auction closing
Packing and delivery services are not offered in-house for this sale

Antiques & Interiors featuring BBC's Antiques Road Trip

Friday 5th June 2026 10:00

This month, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting BBC's Antiques Road Trip at RWB Auctions on Friday 5th June.

Visit our modern, stylish salerooms on High Street in Royal Wootton Bassett to experience the excitement of live auctions in person or join the action online via Easy Live Auction or The Saleroom, wherever you are. Our monthly Antiques and Interiors sales feature a fresh mix every time, with everything from unique ceramics and glassware to eclectic furniture, military memorabilia, and a wide range of collectables.

Important Notice

Please be aware that catalogue descriptions do not include details relating to condition, quality, or appearance. We strongly encourage bidders to attend the viewing in person or request a condition report before placing a bid.

Viewing Information

Should you wish to view any lots prior to the sale, our saleroom will be open for viewing from 10am to 5pm on Tuesday, 2nd June and Thursday, 4th June.

Condition Reports

Should you be unable to attend our viewing day, we welcome condition report requests. We can accept these via email to office@rwbauctions.com or via your chosen platform, The Saleroom or Easy Live Auction. To guarantee a response, please send requests to us by 5pm Wednesday, 3rd June. We will endeavour to answer any submissions received after this time.

Payment & Collection

We enforce strict payment terms of five working days from the sale date, and all collections or courier pickup arrangements must be made within seven working days to avoid any storage charges.

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