Archive for July, 2008

Lesser known/rare books similar to Ruth Rendall books?

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008
Rare Books
Jeanne asked:


I am looking for a present for my boss’ wife and she really likes Ruth Rendall books but she has read them all. Do you know of any books that are similar but also kind of rare/unusual as she has read a lot of mystery books and will be familiar with all the well known authors & their books. Something set in Canada would be extra good as she is Canadian. Thanks :)

Paola

how do I build a cabinet for storing antiques?

Sunday, July 27th, 2008
Antiques
Andrew D asked:


Look for materials that cabinets must be made out of to preserve antique clothing.

Lauren

What is the best place to find out-of-publication/rare books online?

Monday, July 21st, 2008
Rare Books
ashkan_fathi asked:


I’m looking for “Religious Trends in Pre-Islamic Arabic Poetry” by Hafiz Ghulam Mustafa published in 1968.

Thanks

Charles

I want to invest in Antiques -, coins, first edition rare books?

Monday, July 21st, 2008
Rare Books
james_choice asked:


Can anyone give me an advise. I really like antiques, specially greek and roman coins and 1st edition rare books. Are they worth it? Are they a future garantee? Where can i invest some cash - not too much though, but i don’t want to spend it in futile things

Deshawn

How do you get a job as an antiques appraiser?

Monday, July 14th, 2008
Antiques
jdberr asked:


What sort of qualifications do you neeed? How does it pay?

Anthony

how do I get into the rare book and manuscript library at Yale University?

Sunday, July 13th, 2008
Rare Books
Mike R asked:


I dont have any special contacts, am not alum, have no buildings named after my grandfather I want to see the Voynich Manuscript.

Jade

Do you know of a good antiques auction or consignment store?

Monday, July 7th, 2008
Antiques
kramerdnewf asked:


I have inherited more antique furniture than I can use. I want to put some into a high quality consignment store or antiques auction that will allow a reserve. Haven’t found much on the internet. Looking for references in Dallas area.

Yes, I have tried Craig’s List and eBAY.

Ariana

Auction or estate sale? What’s the best way to sell off furniture and antiques?

Saturday, July 5th, 2008
Antiques
December asked:


We’re downsizing and need to get rid of some furniture and assorted antiques. Has anyone out there had experience dealing with auction houses or estate sale dealers?

Should we send the stuff to an auction house(some of the pieces are large)? Have an on-site auction? Have an estate-type sale? We’re trying to decide which way to go.

Thanks for your help!

Blake

I have several rare books and I am looking for a dealer or collector to purchase my books directly from me?

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008
Rare Books
vassey2003 asked:


Mark Twain Collection of 21 books early 1900. I would like to find an collector. Laurie Lee Hope-5 books Bobbsey Twins, The Scarlet Letter-1st edition, The Swiss Family Robinson-1st edition, 3 Charles Dickens books 1st edition late 18th Century,(do not have Christmas Carol) 1st edition paper back of Charlie Brown and more

Brody