The antique world is older and more highbrow, more inclined towards chandeliers, carved tables, ornate cabinets -- and aged ...

But some books out there are so scarce, that their monetary value is simply eye-watering. Browse the gallery and read up on some of the most valuable rare books in existence. You may also like: 30 ...

Book collectors tend to look you in the eye. They are passionately curious, in love with beautiful narratives, and generally undeterred by the shiny and two-dimensional. Unlike traditional art coll… ...

A new study has revealed that some vintage first-edition books are worth as much as £140,000. 12. ... the most valuable book in your collection could be Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

10 of the Most Valuable Children’s Books on the Secondary Market, According to AbeBooks Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone , J.K. Rowling // $85,620 The Hobbit , J.R.R. Tolkien // $65,000 ...

Tucked away on the sixth floor of the D’Angelo Law Library are two key-protected rooms enclosed in glass, holding some of the ...

What makes a book rare? Historically, books in great demand can gain this golden status through scarcity, condition, and even association with famous former owners. Other characteristics, such as ...

Maybe even more amazing: “Les Roses” is just one of thousands upon thousands of precious, rare, historic, odd, unusual and simply beautiful books, maps, documents, manuscripts and esoterica ...