Sell Antique Books & Old, Rare Books

For people in the UK looking to sell antique books to trusted, certified and reliable buyers, Burlingtons has you covered from back to front. We are always looking to buy unique antique books and first editions, whether they’re libraries, collections or single books.

This includes old books and books that are hand-illustrated leather-bound. If you think your books may be worth something, contact us describing details of the books as best you can and we will get back to you swiftly to book a valuation.

Get a valuation

Burlingtons Ltd. have been buying and selling vintage and antique books for years and our experts are on hand to give you the best evaluations possible.

Sell Old, Rare and Antique Books to Burlingtons Ltd.

At Burlingtons, we are dedicated to providing you with the most accurate and up-to-date market value for your old, rare, and antique books. Drawing on our expertise and extensive knowledge of the book market, we aim to secure the best possible price for your collection, whether it includes a single volume or an entire library.

Trust Burlingtons to handle your antique books with care and professionalism, ensuring a smooth, transparent, and rewarding selling experience. Contact us today to arrange your free valuation and discover the true worth of your treasured books.

Get in Touch

Contact online or over the phone, telling us the important details and scheduling a free, in-person valuation in your own home (UK only).

In Person Valuation

Our specialist visits to assess the valuables and makes a no-obligation offer based on market value and the condition of the item itself.

Instant Payment

You accept the offer and receive an instant payment for your watch, either through a BACS transfer or another method of your choosing.

Get A Valuation

What sets Burlingtons apart from other companies or auction houses specialising in antique books is our commitment to professionalism, integrity, and personal service. We take pride in offering a private and tailored buying experience, designed to make the process of selling your valuable books as straightforward and rewarding as possible.

Speak to an Expert and Receive Accurate Valuation

When it comes to selling old, rare, or antique books, speaking with an expert is crucial. A specialist can provide insights that go beyond a surface-level assessment, ensuring your books are valued based on their true market worth. Factors such as edition, rarity, condition, provenance, and historical significance can dramatically impact the value of a book, and only an experienced professional can accurately evaluate these elements.

Comfortable and Secure
Home Valuations

Receiving an accurate valuation is essential to avoid underselling your items. A detailed assessment helps you understand the current demand for your books, whether they are first editions, signed copies, or rare volumes by iconic authors. Experts use their knowledge of market trends and collectors’ interests to provide a fair and competitive estimate, giving you confidence in the selling process.

At Burlingtons, our specialists are trained to recognise the unique qualities of your books and offer a valuation that reflects their true worth. This personalised approach ensures you receive the best possible price while enjoying a seamless and transparent experience.

Simple and Instant Payments

We ensure all payments are made securely and directly into your bank account via a BACS transfer or a payment method of your choice, making the process quick and straightforward. Transparency is at the heart of our service – our specialist will clearly explain how your item’s value is determined and the factors considered in the valuation.

The final price takes into account key elements such as age, condition, craftsmanship, materials, and current market trends. This thorough approach ensures you receive a fair, accurate, and competitive offer for your item. Our goal is to provide the best possible value for your piece while making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free.

Testimonials

Sharon White

2nd December 2025

I contacted Daniel by e-mail yesterday and he came out today to look at Mum's jewellery, that she no longer wanted to wear. She had been unable to sell these as jewellery and was only being offered gold scrap value. He gave what I felt was a fair scrap offer for the gold items and the money was transferred immediately into her account. Happy to recommend.

gareth Warnock

2nd December 2025

Really impresed with the service. Daniel came to my house and valued the items and made immediate payment. Would use again. Highly reccomended.

Melanie Lewis

7th November 2025

Brilliant service. I was a bit concerned about courier collection/ payment etc. Craig was great. Our communication was via email & messages. No charge for the courier & all really smooth. I would definitely use again & recommend to anyone. It is safe & reliable . I'm very pleased with the whole process.

leah paterson

25th October 2025

Craig is absolutely the best! Don’t deal with anyone else because you will miss out on attention to detail and superb customer service! He is truly a gem (pun intended!!)! 💎

Julie Short

23rd October 2025

I contacted Burlingtons as had had a not too good experience with a popular TV advertised company who offer to buy old unwanted items . I sent photos of the silver cutlery which I wanted to sell , got an offer price which I thought was fair and sent the items by post . Next day delivery and got paid on the day and the cost of postage was covered . Very happy with the service that they offered

Paul Norris

7th October 2025

Craig is very friendly helpful and professional.I saw Burlingtons on GBNews and would highly recommend them to anyone.Their service is so convenient and well organised.

Diane Parnell

2nd October 2025

Difficult to know what to add after reading all of the great reviews! It was a long journey for Craig. He put us at ease. He was very thorough in explaining the valuations and sensitive realising I did not want to sell sentimental pieces. There was no pressure. We were pleased with the offer and the money was transferred immediately. Thank you Craig.

S DM

29th September 2025

It was a lovely experience dealing with Craig and Danny, they are both very professional and genuine which was such a relief given how challenging it can be to sell jewellery. They also have an incredible selection of beautiful pieces so I’ll be back to buy from them when the time arrives.

Carlos Eduardo Moreno

19th September 2025

Very good service

Sandra Rosenthal

17th September 2025

We had utmost confidence in Craig and had very good service.

Mariele Locke

14th September 2025

Very quick, efficient and professional! A seamless process and cannot recommend enough.

Paul Barker

10th September 2025

Excellent service. Very professional and knowledgeable. Daniel came to my home, and straight away we had a connection. Very happy with his professional expert advice and valuations for the pieces. No nonsense and all settled very quickly, I would have no hesitation in recommending Burlingtons Ltd to anyone looking for a fair and honest deal.

Sally Loxton

2nd September 2025

I was really worried about selling my watch on the internet but Burlingtons put my mind at rest. I was offered a good price and the funds were put in my account the same day. Fabulous service and I would definitely use them again.

27th August 2025

Fantastic Experience Selling Jewelry to Craig at Burlingtons Ltd. I recently sold a few pieces of jewelry to Burlingtons Ltd, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire process. From start to finish, Craig was professional, courteous, and made me feel completely at ease. He took the time to carefully assess each piece and I never felt rushed or pressured into making a decision. His transparency and honesty were truly appreciated. Craig gave me a fair and competitive offer, which made the transaction feel smooth and trustworthy. If you’re looking to sell your jewelry, I highly recommend Craig at Burlingtons Ltd. He is knowledgeable, reliable, and makes the experience stress-free. I’ll definitely be returning in the future.

Marian Dixon

24th August 2025

Julie Brightman

22nd August 2025

Craig was so helpful and reliable when buying jewellery from me. Very honest and prompt with communication. Will definitely recommend and will 100% be using him in the future. Thank you Craig. Julie xxx

Michael Edwards

16th August 2025

A first class and friendly experience from a most professional organisation. They handled the sale of my watch in a respectful and delicate way. Big thank you to both Craig and Elliot.

jodie maunder

31st July 2025

Sold a watch to Burlington’s Ltd . It was an amazing experience . Reliable , professional and a fantastic experience I would definitely recommend the service

Amanda King

31st July 2025

I sold my wedding and engagement rings through Burlingtons. I sent photos and details of the items, received a quote which was honoured when I went into the shop. Payment was almost instant. Great service, thank you.

Karen T

31st July 2025

Friendly , Professional , accessible as kept me updated with quick responses.Would recommend and definitely use again.

Steve Collingwood

25th July 2025

Very smooth transaction. Hardest part was finding parking in Finchley:-)

Kevin French

25th July 2025

Sold two Cartier pieces to Craig, good communication and a fair price, would highly recommend

Lucy Payne

18th June 2025

Wanted to sell my vintage watch – asked a few jewellers and specialists for valuations and offers. Craig from Burlingtons was by far the most prompt, gave the best price, and made a speedy transaction. Will definitely use them again in future! Thank you so much!

nikki wilson

10th June 2025

I recently sold a diamond ring at their store in Finchley They were professional, fair and honest and were very knowledgeable about both the product and the market. I’d highly recommend

DAVID WORTHINGTON

7th June 2025

Excellent service from Craig at Burlingtons, fair price, expedited speedily with money in my bank 24 hours after agreement, thank you.

enrico ferrero

3rd June 2025

Very professional and excellent service, strongly recommend!

Jharna Jobes

2nd June 2025

Craig was polite and courteous and explained the reasons for the prices quoted in great detail. He provided a good quality of service and I had an excellent outcome.

Mortal_N46 S

29th May 2025

Great service Craig was very prompt and quick with the sale of my watch very nice and easy. And the service at the store was very good. Pleasant experience all round.

Stefano Rodrigues

21st May 2025

Craig recently visited my home to value some Silverware. He was very professional, friendly and helpful. Very fair with the price on the valuation. His communication was excellent at all times. Payment was instant. I would definitely go back without hesitation to do business again. Thank you.

Alberto Olimon

19th May 2025

Great service, very fair, straightforward and quick to give a valuation. Immediate payment. I would definitely do business again with them again.

Kris Woodward

14th May 2025

I recently sold three diamond rings to Craig at Burlingtons Jeweller, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Initially, I was quite apprehensive about sending valuable items through the post, but Craig quickly put my mind at ease. Throughout the entire process, he stayed in touch every step of the way via WhatsApp, providing clear updates and reassurance. True to his word, he processed the payment **the very next day**,His efficiency and professionalism made the transaction smooth and stress-free. Craig delivered exactly what we agreed upon, with no hassle or unexpected changes—just **excellent service from start to finish**. I will definitely be returning with more items in the coming weeks!

Francesca Troiani

9th May 2025

Craig was very helpful and super quick. Very happy with the service. It's really convenient that he came over instead of me having to go places with my jewelry.

Dorothy Stewart

8th May 2025

Ma Ma

1st May 2025

Very helpful great honest service

Catherine Beagley

1st May 2025

Friendly and respectful team, incredibly trust worthy and transparent. Would recommend if you want honest value.

Carol Brewer

1st May 2025

Write from the first email, Craig replied quickly, & was very helpful with advice & we met up within a few days, it was a very relaxed meeting & he gave me a really good price for my gold, the whole experience was so easy & quick, & I really liked the fact I didn’t have to travel or send my gold off to be quoted. I was very happy with the quote & the cash went in my account straight away, would definitely recommend Craig & Burlingtons to all, many thanks to Craig

Mark Cockram

23rd April 2025

Excellent communication and fair pricing. A pleasure to deal with.

Zoe Carey

23rd April 2025

Highly recommended Craig at Burlingtons, he is very professional, trustworthy, and fair. Good prices paid would definitely do business again with this company

Kit Fitz

17th April 2025

Very positive experience. Efficient and fair process.

Ann Noon

16th April 2025

Craig arrived punctually. He was methodical, painstaking, conscientious – truly professional. Very approachable and pleasant in manner. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Sam Manners

12th April 2025

Craig was extremely helpful when helping me to sell my pearls and I would highly recommend Burlingtons

Dominic Kenny

30th March 2025

Excellent service. Fast and efficient. We met Daniel at our home address, which was a round trip of about 200 miles for him. Very happy with his expert advice and valuation for the jewellery. No nonsense and all settled very quickly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Burlingtons Ltd to anyone looking for a fair deal.

Dale MacDonald

28th March 2025

Craig was very fair with his price. Communication was excellent and he went the extra mile to complete our business. We got there in the end !! 🙂 Would recommend him to do business with.

Britt Walker

26th March 2025

Great service from Craig at Burlingtons! A honest and realistic valuation in my items.

John de la Rue

25th March 2025

Craig visited my home a short while ago, to value some jewellery and provided some excellent advice. Craig presented a thorough valuation all while, maintaining a no-pressure approach. The valuation was fair, and Craig came across as a genuinely kind and courteous person. I would thoroughly recommend Burlingtons Ltd, to anyone looking for a professional and a trustworthy valuation.

Lee Wood

21st March 2025

Craig took me through a very efficient process, offered a fair valuation for my watches and was highly professional throughout. Would highly recommend.

Tamasine LittleJ

20th March 2025

A friendly and helpful personal Service with WhatsApp chat answering questions and giving accurate and fair proposals . No pressure or hurry to act , when i decided i was ready i did receive prompt same day payment as proposed. I would definitely use them again after trying a few different outlets Burlingtons were actually very good.

carolyn donaldson

20th March 2025

Very good and quick communicators. I was in touch with Craig. Easy arrangements and fair to deal with.

Sharon White

2nd December 2025

gareth Warnock

2nd December 2025

Really impresed with the service. Daniel came to my house and valued the items and made immediate payment. Would use again. Highly reccomended.

Melanie Lewis

7th November 2025

leah paterson

25th October 2025

Craig is absolutely the best! Don’t deal with anyone else because you will miss out on attention to detail and superb customer service! He is truly a gem (pun intended!!)! 💎

Julie Short

23rd October 2025

Paul Norris

7th October 2025

Craig is very friendly helpful and professional.I saw Burlingtons on GBNews and would highly recommend them to anyone.Their service is so convenient and well organised.

Diane Parnell

2nd October 2025

S DM

29th September 2025

Carlos Eduardo Moreno

19th September 2025

Very good service

Sandra Rosenthal

17th September 2025

We had utmost confidence in Craig and had very good service.

Mariele Locke

14th September 2025

Very quick, efficient and professional! A seamless process and cannot recommend enough.

Paul Barker

10th September 2025

Sally Loxton

2nd September 2025

27th August 2025

Marian Dixon

24th August 2025

Julie Brightman

22nd August 2025

Michael Edwards

16th August 2025

A first class and friendly experience from a most professional organisation. They handled the sale of my watch in a respectful and delicate way. Big thank you to both Craig and Elliot.

jodie maunder

31st July 2025

Sold a watch to Burlington’s Ltd . It was an amazing experience . Reliable , professional and a fantastic experience I would definitely recommend the service

Amanda King

31st July 2025

Karen T

31st July 2025

Friendly , Professional , accessible as kept me updated with quick responses.Would recommend and definitely use again.

Steve Collingwood

25th July 2025

Very smooth transaction. Hardest part was finding parking in Finchley:-)

Kevin French

25th July 2025

Sold two Cartier pieces to Craig, good communication and a fair price, would highly recommend

Lucy Payne

18th June 2025

nikki wilson

10th June 2025

I recently sold a diamond ring at their store in Finchley They were professional, fair and honest and were very knowledgeable about both the product and the market. I’d highly recommend

DAVID WORTHINGTON

7th June 2025

Excellent service from Craig at Burlingtons, fair price, expedited speedily with money in my bank 24 hours after agreement, thank you.

enrico ferrero

3rd June 2025

Very professional and excellent service, strongly recommend!

Jharna Jobes

2nd June 2025

Craig was polite and courteous and explained the reasons for the prices quoted in great detail. He provided a good quality of service and I had an excellent outcome.

Mortal_N46 S

29th May 2025

Great service Craig was very prompt and quick with the sale of my watch very nice and easy. And the service at the store was very good. Pleasant experience all round.

Stefano Rodrigues

21st May 2025

Alberto Olimon

19th May 2025

Great service, very fair, straightforward and quick to give a valuation. Immediate payment. I would definitely do business again with them again.

Kris Woodward

14th May 2025

Francesca Troiani

9th May 2025

Craig was very helpful and super quick. Very happy with the service. It's really convenient that he came over instead of me having to go places with my jewelry.

Dorothy Stewart

8th May 2025

Ma Ma

1st May 2025

Very helpful great honest service

Catherine Beagley

1st May 2025

Friendly and respectful team, incredibly trust worthy and transparent. Would recommend if you want honest value.

Carol Brewer

1st May 2025

Mark Cockram

23rd April 2025

Excellent communication and fair pricing. A pleasure to deal with.

Zoe Carey

23rd April 2025

Highly recommended Craig at Burlingtons, he is very professional, trustworthy, and fair. Good prices paid would definitely do business again with this company

Kit Fitz

17th April 2025

Very positive experience. Efficient and fair process.

Ann Noon

16th April 2025

Craig arrived punctually. He was methodical, painstaking, conscientious – truly professional. Very approachable and pleasant in manner. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Sam Manners

12th April 2025

Craig was extremely helpful when helping me to sell my pearls and I would highly recommend Burlingtons

Dominic Kenny

30th March 2025

Dale MacDonald

28th March 2025

Craig was very fair with his price. Communication was excellent and he went the extra mile to complete our business. We got there in the end !! 🙂 Would recommend him to do business with.

Britt Walker

26th March 2025

Great service from Craig at Burlingtons! A honest and realistic valuation in my items.

John de la Rue

25th March 2025

Lee Wood

21st March 2025

Craig took me through a very efficient process, offered a fair valuation for my watches and was highly professional throughout. Would highly recommend.

Tamasine LittleJ

20th March 2025