Dear Adam, I follow your channel for some time now and I have to say - I love your videos and your passion. For all of what you’re doing, thank you! I am 28 years old, passionate about rare books (especially in natural history) and would love becoming a rare book dealer. However, I have one main problem: books to sell! As rare books are expensive, I find it difficult to evaluate how much would I need to start a business and grow from there. My current job allow me some spare money each month but certainly not to « stack » some rare books before opening my own library. And, sadly, I always happen to be interested in books that range between €1,000 and 6 figures books. Obviously it is a bit difficult to start a real collection as I am still young and without much money to spare on it. Considering what I have written, do you have any recommandations? I know asking such a question here on TH-cam might be difficult and if needed I would love to have a chat with you. Best from Paris, Alexis
When starting out book in the 1000-2000 range probably are the sweet spot to experiment with - interesting books with not too much capital at risk. If you see something on eBay or Catawiki or in a shot in Paris or at the flea markets you can always email me for advise on value or where to try selling it. Webuyrarebooks@gmail.com
I'm having trouble finding a book and it's value,I find the copies and re prints but not the first edition that I have(1856 The Old Corner Cupboard/ Susan Jewett) I've checked online at every place I can find pertaining to books,what do I do now?
I wouldnt call that symbol a globe with a cross over it as two separate symbols. To me it looks like a representation of the globus cruciger, which, to be fair, is an orb with a cross on it, but it is also a distinct symbol with a long and distinguished history.
What an amazing book! Can you please discuss book plates. When the original owner had a large collection (many rare), but with their name on the book plate. Does it ruin the value of the book or enhance it if the collector is known. I’m surprised that book didn’t have one. Thank you.
I wonder if provenance can add value to more modern books. The example I have in mind is a book published by Oxford University Press (at Clarendon) I recently bought, second-hand, which had markings indicating it belonged to the Press' library -- something I did not know existed. Apparently this publisher kept a copy of their publications for reference or as examples of their product. (Or for some eccentric reason that only makes sense to the British.) I'm not planning on reselling this book -- I bought it for my own use -- but finding these markings made it much more interesting. An unexpected cherry on top!
When you write to a curator, do you send the quote in the introductory email or wait until they respond? In another video you priced a few books at double the cost, what made you decide to price this one at 3x?
I would write a polite intro with the quote . The 3x might be if I think I added a lot of value or was lucky enough to find a bargain. But of course after expenses in business those seemingly grand profit margins finish quickly - not to mention the cost of unsold inventory
I’m so glad you are driving your forces to TH-cam to comment for the giveaways. I love your TH-cam videos. Extremely informative in all facets of antiquarian books and rare book collecting/selling! I am wanting to enter the St.Germain book giveaway. I find it extremely interesting and would love to delve into how he eloquently made his case for law and Conscience working together to serve the justice system of his day. Would be such a mind opening piece of history to dive right into and also to add to my antiquarian collection. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
It's taken TH-cam a while to realise my lifelong interest in books and to start showing content about that niche to me ... but I am glad that it finally has :)
this could be an inappropriate question, do you happen to have a friendly relationship with rebecca offscreen? i'm aware shes married i think and a romney (perhaps the best romney though from what little I know); but it just seems like you guys would enjoy each others company in a platonic way so I'm curious if you're comfortable answering
The problem with being a rare book dealer for me would be that I’d have to sell the rare books, and not just buy them…
Dear Adam,
I follow your channel for some time now and I have to say - I love your videos and your passion. For all of what you’re doing, thank you!
I am 28 years old, passionate about rare books (especially in natural history) and would love becoming a rare book dealer. However, I have one main problem: books to sell! As rare books are expensive, I find it difficult to evaluate how much would I need to start a business and grow from there. My current job allow me some spare money each month but certainly not to « stack » some rare books before opening my own library. And, sadly, I always happen to be interested in books that range between €1,000 and 6 figures books. Obviously it is a bit difficult to start a real collection as I am still young and without much money to spare on it.
Considering what I have written, do you have any recommandations? I know asking such a question here on TH-cam might be difficult and if needed I would love to have a chat with you.
Best from Paris,
Alexis
When starting out book in the 1000-2000 range probably are the sweet spot to experiment with - interesting books with not too much capital at risk. If you see something on eBay or Catawiki or in a shot in Paris or at the flea markets you can always email me for advise on value or where to try selling it. Webuyrarebooks@gmail.com
Great video! I hope someday have a great collection, thanks for the vids, there's no a lot of Chanels about antique books. 🎉
For me, this was a particularly interesting and educational video. Great job, Adam!
Thank you so much
Thank you, all that information is both interesting and very helpful!
I'm having trouble finding a book and it's value,I find the copies and re prints but not the first edition that I have(1856 The Old Corner Cupboard/ Susan Jewett) I've checked online at every place I can find pertaining to books,what do I do now?
I love your contents, but if you want something intriguing, are you aware that you kind of look and sound like Barry Kripke of The Big Bang Theory?
I wouldnt call that symbol a globe with a cross over it as two separate symbols. To me it looks like a representation of the globus cruciger, which, to be fair, is an orb with a cross on it, but it is also a distinct symbol with a long and distinguished history.
Entering the giveaway if still doing it I commented on Facebook as well.
What an amazing book! Can you please discuss book plates. When the original owner had a large collection (many rare), but with their name on the book plate. Does it ruin the value of the book or enhance it if the collector is known. I’m surprised that book didn’t have one. Thank you.
I do mention provenance and bookplates a lot in videos but maybe not exclusively. Good bookplates and provenance often add to value.
I bought restored and sold a set of rare books, i think im officially a rare book dealer now!
You may not need a PhD in history to be a book dealer - but the easy way you wear your extensive learning suggests it would certainly help! ;)
this is a video career path
Pffft. I have ten of those.
I just want to come to your house and pet books
I allow book petting only at the gallery in NY
I love the hunt
I wonder if provenance can add value to more modern books. The example I have in mind is a book published by Oxford University Press (at Clarendon) I recently bought, second-hand, which had markings indicating it belonged to the Press' library -- something I did not know existed. Apparently this publisher kept a copy of their publications for reference or as examples of their product. (Or for some eccentric reason that only makes sense to the British.)
I'm not planning on reselling this book -- I bought it for my own use -- but finding these markings made it much more interesting. An unexpected cherry on top!
ex library books actually have less value.
Depends which library.
Great video
Money!!!!!
When you write to a curator, do you send the quote in the introductory email or wait until they respond? In another video you priced a few books at double the cost, what made you decide to price this one at 3x?
I would write a polite intro with the quote . The 3x might be if I think I added a lot of value or was lucky enough to find a bargain. But of course after expenses in business those seemingly grand profit margins finish quickly - not to mention the cost of unsold inventory
Cool
I’m so glad you are driving your forces to TH-cam to comment for the giveaways. I love your TH-cam videos. Extremely informative in all facets of antiquarian books and rare book collecting/selling! I am wanting to enter the St.Germain book giveaway. I find it extremely interesting and would love to delve into how he eloquently made his case for law and Conscience working together to serve the justice system of his day. Would be such a mind opening piece of history to dive right into and also to add to my antiquarian collection. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼
Absolutely
I love what you do! As a Bibliophile it's a true service! Thank you!
It's taken TH-cam a while to realise my lifelong interest in books and to start showing content about that niche to me ... but I am glad that it finally has :)
Obviously there are some rare book finds that are priceless
Would love to see you talk about the books you own.. like on pawn stars
So pleased to find this after seeing Adam on Pawn Stars for years.
Always wanted to be a rare book dealer. One day.
I love the insight into the business 👏
Love your quirky sense of humor
Appreciate that
this could be an inappropriate question, do you happen to have a friendly relationship with rebecca offscreen? i'm aware shes married i think and a romney (perhaps the best romney though from what little I know); but it just seems like you guys would enjoy each others company in a platonic way so I'm curious if you're comfortable answering
She is my colleague in the rare book world and a lovely person.
@@RareBookBuyer thats a great nonanswer adam but i appreciate it regardless
Ur weird