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December 23, 2023

“How Much is Your Old Bible Worth?” – Expertise in Valuing Antique English Bibles Pre-1700

Your Trusted Source for Historical Religious Texts and Bibles

As a experienced rare book dealer and a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America (ABAA), we offer unparalleled expertise in the acquisition and valuation of rare, historical, and antique religious texts. Our primary focus is on English Bibles printed before the year 1700.

The Legacy of Early English Bibles: A Dealer’s Perspective

  • Tyndale Bible (1525): The groundbreaking English translation of the New Testament from Greek by William Tyndale.
  • Coverdale Bible (1535): Celebrated as the first complete English Bible, comprising both the Old and New Testaments.
  • Geneva Bible (1560): Preferred by English-speaking Protestants in the 16th century, known for its detailed annotations.
  • Bishops’ Bible (1568): A significant precursor to the King James Version, reflecting the religious authority of its time.
  • King James Bible (1611): A seminal translation commissioned by King James I, celebrated for its lasting impact on English literature and religious studies.

Our Services: Assessing the Value of Your Precious Texts

Are you wondering, “How much is my old Bible worth?” As a dedicated rare book dealer, we are actively seeking to purchase English Bibles printed before 1700. We offer competitive market prices, with thorough evaluations based on each item’s condition, rarity, and historical importance.

Free Expert Appraisals: Uncovering the Worth of Your Historical Texts

Own an early English Bible or related historical texts? We provide expert evaluations and appraisals at no cost to you. Send detailed photos to webuyrarebooks@gmail.com or contact us at 646-469-1851 for a professional assessment. Discover the potential value of your historical treasures with our specialized and comprehensive service.

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March 20, 2023

We Buy Virginia Woolf First Editions, Inscribed Virginia Woolf Books and Autograph Letters

If you have any Virginia Woolf signed and inscribed books and letters that you are interested in selling, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. As active ABAA buyers of rare books and manuscripts, we are always on the lookout for unique and valuable items that offer a glimpse into the mind and life of their creators.

Virginia Woolf was one of the most important writers of the 20th century, known for her experimental style and insightful commentary on gender, politics, and society. Her signed and inscribed books and letters are highly prized by collectors and enthusiasts alike, and we are actively acquiring important material and paying top dollar.

We are always buying First editions of Virginia Woolf in dust jackets of:

  1. “The Voyage Out” (1915)
  2. “Night and Day” (1919)
  3. “Jacob’s Room” (1922)
  4. “Mrs Dalloway” (1925)
  5. “To the Lighthouse” (1927)
  6. “Orlando: A Biography” (1928)
  7. “The Waves” (1931)
  8. “Flush: A Biography” (1933)
  9. “The Years” (1937)
  10. “Three Guineas” (1938)
  11. “Between the Acts” (1941)

If you have any Virginia Woolf signed and inscribed books or letters that you are interested in selling, please contact us by TEXTING photos to 6464691851 or emailing webuyrarebooks@gmail.com. We offer top prices for Virginia Woolf books, as well as other rare and valuable books and manuscripts, and are committed to handling your items with the utmost care and respect.

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December 22, 2021

What is My Old Book Worth? Rare Book Appraisal

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.

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August 19, 2020

5 More ‘Cheap’ Rare Books

I made a follow up Youtube video with another 5 books at modest prices for the beginning antiquarian book collector. There is the one of the first restaurant guides, a prison memoir, a Gilded age calling card etc. All proceeds benefit the ABAA’s Benevolent Booksellers’s fund to assist booksellers in times of need. There is also a plug for the upcoming VIRTUAL Brooklyn Antiquarian Book Fair

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