Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

(23) English Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Law Reports

Price realized
$277
Pre-sale estimate
$150 – $350
Hammer price
$225
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
June 6, 2026
Sale
DAY 2 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES

Lot description

(lot of 23) English library shelf books, "Justice of the Peace and Local Government Review Reports," each with leather binding, raised spine bands, gilt embossed lettering, many with marbleized cover, published by The Proprietors, Justice of the Peace, Limited, dates ranging from 1903-1927, largest: approx 11 1/8"h, 91/8"w, 2"d, 81lbs total PLEASE NOTE: All of the antique library shelf books in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have patination, foxing, losses to the text block, and wear to the binding commensurate with age and use. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no condition reports or refunds based on condition.

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.