"Nazi flags and badges sold at Nelson auction despite protests", 4 October 2020

Nazi memorabilia went under the hammer in Nelson [...] despite multiple calls for the items to be withdrawn and an overnight graffiti attack on the auction house.

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The auction, which was run online as well as on the premises of Lipscombe Auction House, included some flags and badges featuring the Nazi swastika.

An online list of the 188-lot “Militaria, Model Ships & Police Unclaimed Auction” showed that hundreds of dollars were bid for the Nazi memorabilia, with one flag selling for $700.

About 20 people reportedly attended the auction. Some were residents who outlined their concerns, and said they were asked to leave after they spoke out.

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When he was called by Stuff [...], Lipscombe Auction House owner and auctioneer Warwick Savage said he had no comment. [...]

Several people [...] called for the items of Nazi memorabilia to be withdrawn from sale.

“Nazi memorabilia carries with it a history of hate and intolerance,” said Nelson human rights activist Sarah Sharp.

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