Stanley Gibbons confirms approach from Disruptive Capital

AIM-listed stamp and coin specialist Stanley Gibbons confirmed on Friday that it has received an unsolicited approach from private equity firm Disruptive Capital regarding a possible offer for the company.

"At this stage, there can be no certainty that any offer will be made nor as to the terms on which any such offer might be made," the group said, adding that a further announcement will be made as appropriate.

At 0930 BST, the shares were up 12.4% to 12.50p.