Any item associated with Wolves and England legend Billy Wright is sure to pique interest, but that is ratcheted up when, as in this case, an item relates to Wright’s international career.
This short-sleeved Playrite Sports shirt is from the later half of Wright’s captaincy of his country, being prepared for an ultimately winless three-match “Continental Tour” and carrying the centre half’s number 5 on the reverse.
Still in good condition for the age, the famous Three Lions crest is rightly the focal point, with little other embellishment, contributing to the eventual sale price of £8,000.
This item was sold by Graham Budd Auctions, a specialist in sporting memorabilia.
