Auctions

Cast-signed edition of the Lonesome Dove saga
Full Larry McMurtry Auction Catalog Released: Books, Bookends, and Desk
May 9, 2023
The full catalog of the auction of bookseller and writer Larry McMurtry's partial personal estate ha
A Series of Eight Sketches in Colour… of the Voyage of H.M.S. Investigator
Austen First Editions, Illustrated Voyages and Travels, Audubon Presentation Copy: Auction Preview
May 8, 2023
The New England Book Auctions sale of Fine Books & Ephemera ends on Tuesday, May 9. The 207 lots include the usual very wide range of material.
Enid Blyton books from the auction
Major Enid Blyton Book Collection to Auction
May 5, 2023
One of the largest collections of Enid Byton books in the world is set for auction thanks to a lifelong collector whose passion gained royal attention.
The first edition of The Transactions of the Royal Humane Society
Rare Volume From George Washington’s Library Sells For $441,000
May 5, 2023
Freeman’s latest Books and Manuscripts auction was marked by fierce bidding competition over presidential material and significant Americana, resulting in the $441,000 sale of a volume from the per
Lady Mary Broughton’s Grand Tour Diary – Sold for £4,800
Lady Mary Broughton's 18th Century Grand Tour Manuscript Sells for $6,000
May 4, 2023
Historical manuscripts and documents dating from the 17th to 20th centuries attracted strong bidding when they came under the hammer in Tennants Auctioneers
Heraldic manuscripts presented to Elizabeth I
Royal Manuscripts, George Washington's Book, Inscribed "Little Women": This Week's Auctions
May 3, 2023
Here are the sales I'll be watching this week:
Apple2000 magazine first issue
Complete Run of Apple2000 and Apple Slices Fanzines to Auction
May 3, 2023
In addition to a good selection of bibliography from a bookseller’s reference library (teamed with the bookseller’s partner’s rug and textile reference library), the
Samuel Gurney Cresswell. A Series of Eight Sketches in Colour… of the Voyage of H.M.S. Investigator. L, 1854. The Rare Complete Set Of Views Of The Entrapment And Abandonment Of The H.M.S. Investigator In The Arctic Ice. First Edition. Estimate: $15,000 - 25,000
Polar Exploration, Jane Austen First Editions, and Audubon at Hindman
April 27, 2023
Hindman’s May 11 Fine Printed Books & Manuscripts including Americana auction pays tribute to trailblazers, with works related to explorers like Meriw
Freddie Mercury’s crown and robe worn for his final tour with Queen in 1986. Estimate £60,000–80,000 ($75,000-$100,000)
Freddie Mercury Handwritten Lyrics to Auction
April 27, 2023
Handwritten lyrics by Queen's lead singer Freddie Mercury will be among thousands of personal items going on display and under the hammer at Sotheby's.
A Series of Eight Sketches in Colour… of the Voyage of H.M.S. Investigator
Polar and Mississippi Exploration Star at Hindman
April 25, 2023
Hindman’s Fine Printed Books & Manuscripts, including Americana auction will be held 11 May 2023 beginning at 10 am CT.