Important Four-Page autographed letter signed by Arthur Conan Doyle Regarding Houdini and His Escapes c1926 sold for $18,000 on April 24, at Potter and Potter Houdiniana and Magic Memorabilia auction as reported by Rare Book Hub.Hammer

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Important Four-Page autographed letter signed by Arthur Conan Doyle Regarding Houdini and His Escapes c1926 sold for $18,000 on April 24, at Potter and Potter Houdiniana and Magic Memorabilia auction as reported by Rare Book Hub.

"Come, Watson, come. The game is afoot." Predominantly focused on the original works and associated adaptations, we aim to be a community for Sherlockians to share knowledge and encourage discussions of the greatest detective.

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Important Four-Page autographed letter signed by Arthur Conan Doyle regarding Houdini ca1926 sold for $18,000 on April 24 at Potter and Potter Houdiniana and Magic Memorabilia auction as reported by Rare Book Hub.

A subreddit for sharing and discussing magic, without any exposure. Any area of magic, be it close up, parlor, stage, busking, mentalism, coins or cards, are welcome.

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Save Coal: Keep the War Fires Burning, final original poster art, dated 1917 and signed JC Leyendecker brought $75,000 at the Heritage art signature auction of May 2 as reported by the Rare Book Hub

A subreddit for propaganda collectors, enthusiasts, or anyone fascinated by propaganda as an insight into history, sociology, perspective, and manipulation.

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A group of snooker related ephemera brought GBP 4,880.00 ($6,513.49) at Keys Fine Arts Auctioneers (UK) on May 1 as reported by Rare Rook Hub

The official community for all things Snooker. Find the latest news about the World Snooker Tour and the WPBSA, discussion of the current tournaments without spoilers, tips on improving your play and videos of some of snookers' greatest moments. We're an inclusive and open community dedicated to increasing Snookers' reach around the world, for new audiences and existing fans.

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JUDAICA with Rothchild association: A sidur (Jewish Prayer Book) with intricate silver binding ca 1715: brought $93,740 at the Kedem Auction Sale of Rare and Important Items on May 7 as reported by the Rare Book Hub

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RARE JUDAICA Shlah Siddur Shaar HaShamayim -- Amsterdam, 1717 -- First Edition - Complete Copy of All Parts - Segulah Book brought $93,750.00 at Kedem Auctions Ltd. sale of Hebrew Manuscripts and Books on May 6, as reported by Rare Book Hub for week of May 9.

Have a question about whether your book is rare? Find a cool story about a recently discovered masterpiece? Share and discuss! **NOTE**: please do your own basic research before asking questions about the value of your book. Google the publisher. **NOTE 2**: This subreddit is for *discussion* of rare books only, not for advertising book listings. Any links to offsite listings, such as Amazon, eBay, etsy, will result in the post being removed and repeated offenses will result in a ban.

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A rare uncirculated $10,0000 1934 federal reserve note sold for $372,000 at the May 2 Heritage auction CSNS US Currency Signature Auction as reported by Rare Book Hub

r/CURRENCY focuses on paper money and coin identification, discussion and displaying of your awesome currency. This community is moderated by a very, very experienced collector with a lifetime of "REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE"!!! All collectors from Beginners to the very Experienced are welcome here. All posts are welcomed from Errors (Minor, Medium, Major) on coins and paper to all Fancy Serials and all Star Notes!! If you have questions on "Pocket Money" or "Damaged" coins and paper money, ask us.

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A 1672 French map of the Great Lakes brought top price at Freeman/Hideman May 8 auction realizing $89,400,substantially exceeding its pre auction estimate of $20,000-$30,000 as reported by Rare Book Hub

Beautiful, interesting, and informative maps.

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Andy Warhol complete portfolio of 10 images in Cowboy and Indian series (1986), brought top price for the week ending May 9 realizing $838,7000 at the Freeman’s/Hindman Prints and Multiples auction of May 7, 2025 as reported by Rare Book Hub.

A subreddit for those that collect or simply follow art. A place to share recent pickups, art news and anything related to collecting in general. Please read the rules before posting. All posts that violate our rules will be deleted.

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Charlotte Brontë Book Written 195 Years Ago Finally Published

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Charlotte Brontë Book Written 195 Years Ago Finally Published

A community dedicated to discussion of the lives and literary works of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte.

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French Revolution: Mercier’s Le Nouveau Paris, Another Tale of Mankind 1782 & 1789

Warfare — its history, present and future. Discussions of battlefields, weapons, tactics, strategy, organization and logistics. Coups, operations, insurgencies and counterinsurgencies. Conflict-related current events.

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French Revolution: Mercier’s Le Nouveau Paris, Another Tale of Mankind 1782 & 1789

Tout sur Paris, le Grand Paris et ses habitants

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Some Luxury Hotels Now Feature Rare Books and Libraries

Welcome to r/Hotels! Use this community for questions, general information, or important news about hotels that impact the entire community. Advertising or soliciting of points will result in a ban.

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Four Post-War Korean Artists Celebrated at the Asia Society in New York on May 9

A subreddit for news, culture, and life on the Korean Peninsula. Welcome to everyone, including native Koreans, Korean diaspora, and foreigners.

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Curious about book auctions? Rare Book Hub, an online auction data base, offers free email notification of recent auction results and upcoming auctions including books, maps, manuscripts, ephemera and many other antiquarian items.

Have a question about whether your book is rare? Find a cool story about a recently discovered masterpiece? Share and discuss! **NOTE**: please do your own basic research before asking questions about the value of your book. Google the publisher. **NOTE 2**: This subreddit is for *discussion* of rare books only, not for advertising book listings. Any links to offsite listings, such as Amazon, eBay, etsy, will result in the post being removed and repeated offenses will result in a ban.

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The Largest Gorey Exhibit Ever (apart from The Edward Gorey House) is Now on View at Texas A&M University Cushing Memorial Library and Archives.

Have a question about whether your book is rare? Find a cool story about a recently discovered masterpiece? Share and discuss! **NOTE**: please do your own basic research before asking questions about the value of your book. Google the publisher. **NOTE 2**: This subreddit is for *discussion* of rare books only, not for advertising book listings. Any links to offsite listings, such as Amazon, eBay, etsy, will result in the post being removed and repeated offenses will result in a ban.

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The Largest Gorey Exhibit Ever (apart from The Edward Gorey House) is Now on View at Texas A&M University Cushing Memorial Library and Archives.

A place for all things Texas. Please familiarize yourself with the rules, y'all.

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Are Books Imported Into the United States Subject to the New Tariffs?

For collectors and lovers of books new & old.

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A typed signed Albert Einstein letter written in German warning non-Jews of the dangers of Hitler sold for $21,250 at an April 23rd auction conducted by University Archives of Wilton ,CT, as reported by Rare Book Hub.

Autograph hobby news and information

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A rare Civil War Confederate Naval Officer’s sword brought $81,250, far about the initial $15K-$30K estimate at Fleischer’s Auctions in Columbus,O on April 26th, as reported by Rare Book Hub.

A subreddit for enthusiasts, practitioners, collectors, and investigators of swords (and related historical weapons). Real swords, decorative, historical, fantasy; humor, social, ID requests, shopping help, art; all sword-related topics are welcome (we are not very strict about topicality)!

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This classic 1957 photo of a Llama in Times Square sold at Heritage for $20,000 during its April 29-30 sale. The signed silver gelatin print far exceeded its presale estimate of $2,000 -$3,000. The transaction was reported by Rare Book Hub

A subreddit for those that collect or simply follow art. A place to share recent pickups, art news and anything related to collecting in general. Please read the rules before posting. All posts that violate our rules will be deleted.

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This classic 1957 photo of a Llama looking out a vehicle window in Times Square sold at a Heritage auction April 29-30th for $20,000 substantially exceeding its estimate of $2,000 to $3,000. The photographer is Inge Morath. The transaction was reported by Rare Book Hub.

The best ANIMALS community anywhere. Photos, videos, news, stories and discussions about animals & wildlife.

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Noted Black American Artist William Henry Johnson’s JITTERBUG 1 sold for $175,000 At an auction held by the Potomack Co., of Alexandria VA on April 29th. It substantially exceeded its presale estimate of of $80K-$120K, as reported by Rare Book Hub.

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A Prince Visiting an Ascetic India, far exceeded the pre auction estimate. The final selling price was GBP 571,500 (US$760,136) at Sotheby's sale of Islamic Art held April 30th as reported by Rare Book Hub.

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