October 10, 2022
I will discuss in this video the subject of binder’s waste and how you can identify, date, and localize medieval manuscripts found in bookbindings. There are many treasures out there waiting to be discovered. If you have any medieval manuscripts or fragments, feel free to reach out.
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December 22, 2021
If you are interested in learning the value of your rare books, I made a couple instructional videos that are on Youtube that explain what to look for as well as some rare book pricing databases. If you have any rare books you need me to look at or have specific questions about (yes, I know it gets complicated!), feel free to send photos to WeBuyRareBooks@gmail.com or by text to 646-469-1851.
posted in: Appraisal Manuscript, buying rare books, Old Manuscript Appaisal, RARE BOOK APPRAISAL, Rare Book Appraisal Video, Rare Book Auction Value, Uncategorized
November 23, 2021
Here is a short video in which I examine a 1661 Euclid with very curious provenance.
posted in: buying rare books, Early English Books, Uncategorized, You Tube Rare Books Video
November 9, 2021
We do not have as many ‘fakes’ in the world of rare books as we encounter in other fields, but here are some issues with authenticity I have encountered with recent purchases.
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April 28, 2021
Rare Book Auctions have been flooding the internet and sometimes overwhelming yours truly. I can only imagine how inundated a book collector feels given the deluge of listings. As part of my Youtube Series on what it is like to be a rare book dealer, here is what goes through my mind when hunting for treasures for stock in auctions these days.
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April 4, 2021
Whether you own a leaf from Gutenberg from the sought after Noble Fragment or you just want to engage in biblio fantasy to know what the world’s most valuable printed book would fetch on the market if another copy ever came to light – well here is a fun video on the topic.
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September 25, 2020
I’ll look at a rare book on Renaissance cosmetics with provenance of the famous Royal Society. The video is about how rare book dealers look for copies of books with unique compelling stories to tell.
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August 27, 2021
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