Autograph letters by famous people are also in demand, as are signed photographs, although great care is taken authenticating these as fakes and facsimiles abound. Printed ephemera, once virtually ignored, now has many keen collectors. Maps, either framed or loose, are another area where good prices can be achieved. Whilst some maps are very common, the more unusual, such as early geological maps and plans of London, can do very well indeed.

Halls are one of the very few auction houses in the Midlands to hold regular sales of books. Their staff have the knowledge and expertise to value and catalogue collections and libraries, and Halls marketing team can ensure maximum publicity for choice items.i