Sell Rare Books at Auction: Reaching the World's Most Passionate Collectors
For over a decade, we’ve helped collectors and estates sell valuable antiquarian books, first editions, and notable works to serious buyers worldwide - with ABAA-level cataloging and professional presentation.
Proven Results from Our Rare Book Auctions
See how valuable rare books perform at our auctions, from important first editions to unique historical works. Browse recent highlights below and explore more in our full archive of past results.
1798-1799 William Curtis’ Botanical Magazine (Two Volumes)
$400 – $500
$400
1806 “Travels from St. Petersburgh in Russia to Various Parts of Asia” (With Maps)
$100 – $120
$550
“London”, Edited by Charles Knight in Half Leather Bindings, 1841-1844
$75 – $100
$2,400
Kelly’s Post Office Directory, Antique Map Of London 1857
$100 – $120
$425
Rare Book Consignment with ABAA-Level Cataloging and Transparent Fees
Selling rare books at auction requires precision, knowledge, and the right connections.
For over a decade, Britannic Auctions has provided ABAA-level cataloging, accurate valuations, and professional photography that showcase valuable antiquarian books, first editions, and notable works to serious buyers worldwide.
Collectors, estates, and private owners trust us to manage every step of the process - from evaluation to final hammer - with a single, transparent flat-rate consignment fee and no hidden costs.
Why Sellers Choose to Sell Rare Books at Auction with Britannic
Collectors and estates trust us to handle valuable antiquarian books, first editions, and notable works with the care they deserve. Here’s what recent consignors had to say:
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First Class all the way! Great communications, very clear procedures, a totally positive experience. Highly recommended.
Michel S., Consignor
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A wonderful working relationship. Upfront, honest and a quick response to all my questions.
Larry Credit, Consignor
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Britannic Auctions was brilliant in auctioning my memorabilia. They kept me informed from beginning to end. Everything happened as promised.
Pati Partee, Consignor
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Thank you for your fine service. Your consignment checks came promptly, the explanations were very clear and for all that you do, your consignment rate seems very fair.
Roy Barnes, Consignor
Types of Rare Books We Consign at Auction
We specialize in consignments of valuable antiquarian books, first editions, and other notable works that appeal to serious collectors worldwide. Here are some examples of the types of consignments we handle:
Books & Manuscripts
Theology & Religion: Early Bibles, sermons, liturgical texts
Philosophy & Political Theory: Enlightenment treatises and foundational works
Classical Literature: Latin, Greek, and early translations
History & Americana: Ancient to early American historical texts
Law & Political Economy: Legal treatises, early trade, agriculture, and economic theory
Social History & Culture: Fashion, etiquette, genealogy, secret societies
Exploration, Science & Natural History
Medicine & Anatomy: Early works in medical theory and education
Rare Subjects: Witchcraft, alchemy, freemasonry, and proto-scientific texts
Literature & the Arts
Literature: Shakespeare, Milton, and early English authors
Illustrated Books: Engraved and woodcut volumes, vellum bindings, fine leather
Art, Architecture & Music: Pattern books, design theory, instructional guides
We focus on consignments with strong collector interest and an expected auction value of around $300 or more for a single book, or cohesive small collections.
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SOLD FOR
$2,400
Incl. Buyer's Premium
SOLD BY BRITANNIC
"London", Edited by Charles Knight, 1841-1844
Sold for $2,400 at auction in September 2023
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