antiquarian book
Collectible old volume
An antiquarian book is an old book valued for its age, rarity, physical characteristics, or historical significance rather than just its content.
The term typically applies to books at least a century old, though dealers use it loosely.
Antiquarian books are collected for their bindings, illustrations, provenance, or place in printing history: The shop specializes in antiquarian books and maps.
- rareSeldom found or seen
- leatherTanned animal skin
- dustyCoated with fine particles
- collectorOne who gathers items
- first editionOriginal published version
signed copy · out of print · yellowed · foxing · binding · dust jacket · musty · vellum · marginalia · gilt · loose pages · spine · bookplate · provenance · auction · tome · incunabula · bibliophile
antiquarian booke-book
Downloadable text file
ebook · audiobook · digital download · PDF · online publication
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