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RNS Number : 0062S 
Stanley Gibbons Group PLC 
02 September 2010 
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                    2 
SEPTEMBER 2010 
 
                          THE STANLEY GIBBONS GROUP PLC 
                      ("STANLEY GIBBONS" or "THE COMPANY") 
 
                                  (AIM: SGI.L) 
 
                STANLEY GIBBONS ACQUIRES LEADING STAMP BUSINESS 
 
The Board of Stanley Gibbons, the AIM quoted leading name in stamps and 
collectibles, is pleased to announce that on 31 August 2010 it purchased for a 
consideration of GBP0.3 million the business and certain assets of Nigel 
Haworth, a specialist stamp dealer who formerly traded as M & N Haworth. 
 
The consideration is payable as to GBP0.15 million on completion with a further 
GBP0.15 million payable in April 2011 and will be financed out of the Group's 
cash balances with an expected payback within one year. 
 
Established in 1964, the business specialises in modern issues of the British 
Commonwealth, including varieties and other items that are difficult for 
collectors to source and has an excellent reputation for the breadth and quality 
of the material that it offers. Mr Haworth will be acting as a consultant to 
Stanley Gibbons to assist in the sourcing of such material in future. 
 
Commenting on the news, Stanley Gibbons Chief Executive, Michael Hall said: 
 
"Following the recent investment in the refurbishment of our retail premises at 
399 Strand, this acquisition ensures that we will hold the most extensive range 
of British Commonwealth stamps available. Primarily, this is an investment in 
our brand and the quality and range of our stockholding. The acquisition will 
provide benefits for many years to come through increased sales and new customer 
recruitment and, in due course, will significantly enhance the range offered on 
our website and through the traditional channels of retail and mail order." 
 
                                   ---ENDS--- 
 
Enquiries: 
 
The Stanley Gibbons Group plc                                     Tel: +44 (0) 
1481 708 273 
Michael Hall, Chief Executive 
 
Seymour Pierce Ltd, NOMAD/ Broker                            Tel: +44 (0) 20 
7107 8000 
John Cowie 
 
 
 
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