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Antiquarian and Collectors’ Books
Toovey’s conduct three specialist auctions of Antiquarian & Collectors’ Books a year. These are often supplemented by single-owner collections, such as the Library Collection of the late W. Lesley Weller and the Travel and Exploration Collection of the late Michael Gilkes. These sales encompass everything from early manuscript books to modern first editions. They regularly include leather-bound volumes, works of natural history, topographical and reference interest, illustrated works and children’s books.
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Forthcoming Auctions
Wed, 2nd April 2025 – commencing 12:00
Viewing times
Mon, 31st March 2025
10:00 to 16:00
Tue, 1st April 2025
10:00 to 16:00
Wed, 2nd April 2025
09:00 to 12:00
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