Sydney rare book auctions ultimo, au bid online at. Use the search box above to find fond treasures from your childhood or that one book that has escaped your collection thus far. Oct 08, 2012 so, over the last few years ive taken to visiting secondhand bookstores in sydney to pick up nearly new versions of some of the best selling books on the high street. To receive news about one of your areas of interest. The berkelouw family has been trading in books for six generations. Located in sydney, queensland and the southern highlands, berkelouw books is australias largest second hand and antiquarian bookseller. March 58, 2020 book lovers will find a fascinating treasure trove at the park avenue armory. The auction room was a hive of activity, with a record number of online bidders also actively taking part. This biblio store contains the cheaper inventory of the book merchant jenkins logical unsanity books. We include university library sales, and a few public library sales. The fair was held in conjunction with sydney rare book week, organised jointly by the university of sydney and the state library of new south wales, in the week leading up to the book fair. We are a family business run by pam hanson, kate and michael holmes. Berkelouw books is australias largest rare and antiquarian bookdealer. Christison rare books africana and general book dealers.
Although our office remains open, we are carefully observing current regulations, and an appointment will need to be made in order to visit. Since 1973, elizabeths bookshops have been one of australias largest second hand and discount bookshop operations, with 5 stores in perth and sydney. Antiquerare book restoration leonards book restoration. Antique print and map room is the largest specialist dealer of rare antique maps and prints in australia. We have a good selection of hard to find books in a wide range of subjects. One very simple method of finding an approximate value of a book is to search for similar copies on and see what prices are being asked. Books are our passion as well as our business and it is always a pleasure to meet customers who share our love of books. However, we dont buy in all subject areas, and a secondhand buyer is not always on duty, so please either email us or phone ahead with an idea of what you would like to sell, or to arrange an appointment with a buyer.
You can buy really cheap books and even exchange your books for other ones. Ankh antiquarian books established in 1989, specialises in rare antiquarian books and new books on the subject of ancient egypt and history. If this is your preference, you should look up your local secondhand book stores and see whether they run a book exchange program. The 2019 anzaab sydney rare book fair will be held on november 1st and 2nd in the historic maclaurin hall at sydney university. The popularity of rare and collectible printed material is on the rise, but as has always been the case, condition is extremely important. Visit us online, at our galleries in new york or las vegas, or call us at 180099bauman. Terms and conditions of sydney rare book auctions the terms and conditions set out below apply to all sales by private treaty, public auction or auction by private treaty held by sydney rare book auctions to the exclusion of other terms and conditions and no modifications will be binding unless accepted by sydney rare book auctions in writing. In a book exchange, such as the north sydney book exchange, you can bring in some of your old books and trade them in for other secondhand titles.
The australian antique and art dealers association and the vadg. Find book dealers used and rare in mesa, az on yellowbook. If not, we will order from the local australian distributor for delivery within 1 week. These days most of our stock is sold within our network of local collectors and dealers so most of it does not ever get to be displayed on the website. Elizabeths bookshops online secondhand book dealers first. About berkelouw our family history berkelouw books. We specialize in out of print and scarce books across many areas and subjects including american history, general history, english literature, literary criticism, music, natural history, politics, sociology. Do you have an old or antiquarian book and would like to know its value. We really appreciate all the support we are seeing for sappho and our staff during this time. He was righthanded and bowled at a pace that varied from medium to fastmedium with the ability to make the ball both swing and break from off or leg.
Visits to view our inventory we are in sydney s northwest at castle hill can be arranged but by appointment only. The antiquarian booksellers association of america abaa booksellers abaa membership is a privilege extended only to those booksellers who have demonstrated the highest levels of professionalism, ethics, and expertise in the trade. Ive just acquired this valuable antiquarian book but its falling apart. We host events, student activities and book releases at our shop while retaining. Nextday delivery to most areas if we have the book instock. Kinokuniya sydney offers a large range of books with over 300000 titles in english, japanese, chinese, french and german. We cover a broad range of subjects, but our first love is literature. Our stock ranges from antiquarian books through to new books if it has ever been published on asia it is possible we might have it and if not we can try and find it for you. You might think its a rare and valuable book but dont know where to find its value. Sappho has a stock of around 30,000 carefully chosen books, we are proud of the quality of our stock. Although we sell new books in our city stores, our business was built on the trade of rare and valuable books, and this remains at the heart of the berkelouw operation. Peter harrington rare books first edition books, signed.
We have distinguished ourselves by having a reputation for handling unique and important books that are in exceptional condition. Login to order books at antiqbook you do not need to register but why would you then want to register. A poor copy of a particular rare book will often pass in at less than half the value achieved of the same title in good condition. Raptis rare books is an antiquarian book firm that specializes in fine first editions, signed and inscribed books, and landmark books in all fields. For any sections not yet listed we are really happy to do searches for you. We do restoration work on books worth several thousand dollars. You can also use the interactive map of sydney to find the exact location of the business and get directions from wherever you are. Sydney rare book auctions offers presale viewings prior to each auction, and also encourages interested individuals to book an appointment for a private walkthrough. Buy and sell almost anything on gumtree classifieds. He has a 25year reputation for paying the best prices in cash. Valuation of books and other printed items rare books. Love vintage books willougby, north shore, sydney love. Sell your books to berkelouw berkelouw online bookstore.
The architects bookshop is a cultural hub for the architecture lovers of sydney. Browse and purchase with confidence as our friendly antique dealers will be more than happy to help with any questions on listed items. John will come to your home to value or quote to buy single items or whole estates of antiques and collectibles. City specialization appraise verified updated avis liberty book shop 1 e. When its miserable out and the nights get too cold to venture outdoors, one of the nicest things to do is hang out with a book. Although we sell new books in our city stores, our business was built on the trade of rare. If a book does not appear in any of the book auction records it may still have value, but more likely it probably has little or no monetary value. Rare, hard to find, antiquarian, out of print books.
Explore thousands of old and rare books, including illuminated manuscripts, fine press editions, illustrated books, incunabula, limited editions and miniature books. The antiquarian booksellers association of america was founded in 1949 to promote interest in rare and antiquarian books and book collecting, and to foster collegial relations. We are always happy to combine postage on multiple orders wherever possible. Where to find 12 of sydneys best book shops urban list sydney.
Abaa experienced, professional antiquarian booksellers. Stocking a huge range of books, gifts and stationery over three floors, we have specialist staff to help you in every department. Meticulously itemized catalogues for each auction are compiled by leading specialists with great expertise in rare and antiquarian books. Specialising in new, out of print and antiquarian books of asian interest. They specialize in english and american literature, early travel and voyages, early printed books, and medical books. Browse through the online book catalogue at elizabeths bookshop, one of australias largest secondhand bookselling operations. Situated in the historic dymocks building in george street, in the heart of sydney, dymocks sydney is possibly australias largest book and stationery store. The clearance rate was slightly down from our previous sale, with approximately 80% of lots being sold on the day and a further 10%. In most cases, by selling to us, you may achieve higher prices than you might at auction because neither a sellers nor a buyers premium will be charged. Somerset house books was established at bowenfels during the early 1990s and first had a presence as a mail order business and at rare book fairs in sydney, canberra, uralla, bowral and melbourne. Whether it is a handful of books you no longer want, or you need help disposing of a large collection or estate, we may be able to help. This is particularly the case with australian exploration. Bookbid rare books specializes in rare antiquarian and modern collectible books.
Elizabeths bookshops online secondhand book dealers. Kinokuniya kinokuniya sydney offers a large range of books with. Find useful information, the address and the phone number of the local business you are looking for. Whether youre on the hunt for a classic or something straight off the press, weve got your paperback. We have been dealing in antiques for several years and have grown rapidly by providing high quality antiques to our huge client base at prices well below those you will find in antique shops. Over 110,000 books, cds, dvds, vinyl records and computer games. Can you guess which first edition cover the image above. Help out needy nonprofit community groups in sydney and regional nsw. Gleebooks secondhand gleebooks online bookshop sydney. With a wealth of experience elizabeth syber, antiquarian can provide you with professional valuations for market sale and insurance purposes, by appointment. New york antiquarian book fair new york international. Whether youre a budding rare book collector or a bibliophile with an evniable collection, discover an amazing selection of rare and collectible books from booksellers around the.
Welcome to tresors, home of vintage and antique jewelry and collectibles. At the antiquarian book shop in georgetown an historic neighborhood of washington, d. A bonus is that the sellers will often buy back books from you as well, so i try and take in some to sell before i buy any more too. Antiquarian book dealers state library of pennsylvania. Tresors sydney vintage and antique jewelry and collectables. We are members of the antiquarian booksellers association of america, the leading association of rare book dealers in america. Peter harrington specialises in selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, library sets, maps and original artwork. Sat 18 jul and sun 19 jul 9am5pm great hall knox grammar school pacific highway, wahroonga sydneys biggest book fair.
Alibris is your source for new and used books, textbooks, music and movies. All members agree to abide by the abaas code of ethics. We present to you our pick of sydney s ten best bookstores. The anzaab sydney rare book fair was held on 1st and 2nd november 2019 at maclaurin hall at the university of sydney. Hordern house is continuing business as usual, but we will be working remotely for much of the time. Find the most popular local secondhand book stores in sydney at startlocal. Rare books for sale, buy antique books from alibris.
Alibris has been selling books, movies and music since 1997. We have been buying and selling books for over a decade as we celebrate over 10,000 successful transactions to nearly every country in the world. Rent or buy cheap textbooks across many universities colleges in australia. You can pickup order and browse the rest of our inventory at the book merchant jenkins, 19 dornoch tce, west end, brisbane australia. About the book firm bookshop the book firm is a secondhand and antiquarian internet bookshop, which was established in sydney, australia, and has now moved to perth in western australia. We strive to maintain the highest standards in the trade. Since then, berkelouw books has opened further stores in sydney and eumundi on the. Shop for engagment rings, restored estate jewelery, earrings, or contact us for a custom design.
We have thousands of rare and antique treasures brought to you by our network of trusted sellers from all around the world. Our stock extends from new books hot off the press to rare antiquarian volumes, including a wide variety of books published in many parts of the world, some of which are rarely seen outside of asia. Love vintage books is the trading name for somerset house books a retailer of quality rare and secondhand collectible books. Secure online ordering and worldwide delivery available. Books and collectibles online out of print and antiquarian bookstore. Alibris buy new and used books, textbooks, music and movies. The ten best bookstores in sydney concrete playground. Selling used, rare, outofprint and hardtofind books. We look forward to servicing your book needs in the near future. We buy antiques from homes in sydney and across nsw john verhoeven is an antiques dealer who makes selling your antiques and collectibles easy. Established in 1979, our gallery is located in ultimo, near sydney s city centre 5 minute walk from the powerhouse museum. Can you restore a rare book that would be valuable if it were in better condition. Get rid of the ones filling up your book shelves whilst also getting others to read.
Welcome to cornstalk we specialise in antiquarian, rare and outofprint australian books after 35 years trading from 112 glebe point rd i have sold the building and am in the process of becoming an online only antiquarian book seller. Bauman rare books offers an extraordinary selection of rare books and autographs in all fields. Guide to fine and rare australasian books 19861995 by brian howes. Bookbid has been buying and selling rare books for over 30 years. If its sitting in your book shelf and you are never going to read it again give it away so someone else can enjoy it. Johanson rare books is owned and operated by donald and teresa johanson. The 5th wave the first book in the series in good condition. Cornstalk bookshop antiquarian, rare and outofprint. Sydney francis barnes 19 april 1873 26 december 1967 was an english professional cricketer who is regarded as one of the greatest ever bowlers. Books and collectibles online bookstore and search engine. Serendipity books is the largest supplier of secondhand, antiquarian and outofprint books in western australia. Locate and compare book stores in sydney ns, yellow pages local listings. They have been selling old and rare books since 1977 when they opened their rare book business in baltimore, maryland. Established in 1969, peter harrington is one of the worlds leading rare book dealers, with a stock of rare and first edition books from the 15th to 20th centuries.
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