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New York auction house for rare books, prints, photographs, posters and works on paper.
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Rare Book & Manuscript Auctions
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First editions, rare books, manuscripts and maps sell at specialist book auctions and major houses. These are the sites that sell them.
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Auction sites for rare books & manuscripts
See current auctions on PBA Galleries →
Rare books, manuscripts and private libraries, from Berkeley, California.
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See current auctions on Potter & Potter Auctions →
Magic memorabilia, rare books, posters, fine art and other collectibles, from Chicago.
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See current auctions on University Archives →
Auctions of rare autographs, manuscripts, documents and photographs, with live, phone and online bidding.
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See current auctions on Christie's →
International auction house for fine art, jewelry, watches, design and books.
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UX Search links to these auction sites and is not affiliated with them. Bidding, payment and pickup happen on each site, under its own rules.
Before you bid
- Count the buyer’s premium. Auction houses add a percentage to the hammer price, often 20% to 30% at major houses. Check each sale’s terms.
- Read the condition report. Ask for one if it isn’t posted. Photos don’t always show repairs, restoration or damage.
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