Football fans could see some special treasures from history this week with hopes the "next great piece" of memorabilia might be discovered in Sheffield.

Next year is to mark the 60th anniversary of the 1966 World Cup, with one of four quarter finals having been hosted at Hillsborough Stadium.

Now, sporting auctioneers are to host a valuation day with former England and Sheffield Wednesday star Mel Sterland at the setting this Wednesday, November 19.

And while fans wait to see the worth of their own memorabilia, they can catch a glimpse of treasures worth nearly a £1m.

Alan Ball’s 1966 final-winning shirt (estimate: £150,000-250,000). Image: BUDDS'

placeholder image — Alan Ball’s 1966 final-winning shirt (estimate: £150,000-250,000). Image: BUDDS'

Among items to be shared ahead of a sale next year are Peter Shilton’s 1986 ‘Hand of God’ England shirt and Pele’s 1958 World Cup medal - alone worth up to £500,000 or more.

David Convery is head of sporting memorabilia and collectables at auctioneers BUDDS’.

“This special event is a chance not only to celebrate World Cup history, but also to honour one of English football’s most historic clubs," he said.

"Sheffield Wednesday and Hillsborough have long stood as symbols of the city’s passion for the game - from hosting FA Cup semi-finals to European fixtures as well as being a venue for the 1966 World Cup, it is an important part of the community.”

Pele’s 1958 World Cup winner’s medal (estimate: £300,000-500,000). Image: BUDDS'

The world of football is preparing to mark two "defining" anniversaries, he added, with 60 years since England’s World Cup triumph and 40 years since Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’.

Now, the special event on Wednesday is to celebrate the stories and achievements, as well as the emotions, he said, that make the World Cup the "pinnacle" of the game.

"If you have match-worn shirts from any of the teams that took part in the 1966 World Cup; or original balls, medals, tickets, or personal artefacts and you have always been curious about their value, we would love to see them as every piece tells part of football’s global story," said Mr Convery.

This could be a chance for collectors and supporters to share their stories and uncover the hidden value of their collections, he added.

"Who knows - the next great piece of World Cup history could be discovered in Sheffield,” he added.

Valuations will be held on Wednesday from 2pm to 5pm, with fans invited to bring along their own memorabilia to find out what it might be worth.

From 6pm there will be a Q&A with Melvyn Sterland, a former professional footballer who played for England, Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United.

To arrange a valuation or to book a place at the Q&A, email [email protected].

A selection of highlights on show ahead of World Cup sales next year also includes Alan Ball's 1966 final winning shirt, with an estimate of £150,000 to £250,000.