How do you authenticate an antiquarian book before purchase?

Every La Librairie Antique listing explicitly mentions the first edition status (E.O. or 1st edition), print run, publication date (colophon), binding type (leather, parchment, gilding), format (12mo, folio, etc.), and detailed condition (foxing, dampstains, repairs if any). We provide multiple high-resolution photos. For items above 500 EUR, a provenance certificate is included when available.

Do you ship to the United States? Will I pay import duties?

Yes. Antiquarian books ship duty-free to the USA under HTS code 9903.01.31 ("informational materials" exception, still valid after the August 2025 de-minimis suspension). Delivery: 7-12 days via Colissimo International tracked, 3-5 days via DHL Express. State sales tax may apply depending on your state (typically 0-9%).

What payment methods do you accept from international buyers?

All major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB), PayPal with Buyer Protection (recommended for non-EU customers), SEPA bank transfer for Europe, and SWIFT international wire for orders above 2000 EUR. Stripe-secured checkout (PCI-DSS Level 1).

What is your return policy?

30-day return window for international buyers. Full refund (including return shipping) if the book does not match our description. Convenience returns: buyer covers return postage, refund issued upon receipt of the book in its original condition.

How can I verify a first edition?

A first edition (often abbreviated E.O. in French) is the first published version of a work. Identifiers: print run statement at the front/back, colophon date, paper and format specifications, reference bibliographies (Vicaire, Carteret for French literature, Sadleir for 19th century English literature). Every listing mentions first edition status explicitly when applicable.

Archives des Chromos, découpis - La Librairie Antique

You cannot add that amount to the cart — we have 1 in stock and you already have 1 in your cart. View cart

«SENEGAL – Un marche dans le cayor AFRIQUE» a été ajouté à votre panier. Poursuivre les achats

“Discovering a French Landmark❦ Le Brouilh rue vieille et tour 32 GERS” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

«Bottaro 3 cartes postales» a été ajouté à votre panier. Poursuivre les achats

“加布里埃尔·阿诺亲笔信函❦ Hanotaux belle lettre autographe” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“17世紀フランスの紙と印刷術❦ PAPIER – L’IMPRIMERIE E. Binet” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

«violoncelliste ARTHUR BUTCHER» a été ajouté à votre panier. Poursuivre les achats

“Mirande in the Gers region❦ Mirande place d’astarac 32 GERS” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“皮埃尔·布罗索莱特亲笔签名信❦ Pierre Brossolette lettre autographe signée” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Fabiano PARESSE” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“clocher du saint-Esprit Lectoure 1905 32 GERS” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Beaulieu sur Dordogne 2 CPA 19” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Coat of Arms of Notable Families❦ DUBUISSON M. Armorial des principales maisons et familles du Royaume” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Sansan village de sansan 32 GERS” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

«SAINT-LAURENT Case de pêcheurs annamites» a été ajouté à votre panier. Poursuivre les achats

“PAQUEBOT NORMANDIE LIGNE DU HAVRE – NEW YORK” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“モロッコメクネス歌手、縄職人、洗濯場 - 第2アフリカ大隊❦ Maroc Meknès chanteurs, cordiers, lavoir 2ème BATAILLON D’AFRIQUE” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Innocence & nouvelle année 1904 & 1905” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping

“Autographed letter from a French statesman❦ Casimir-Périer lettre autographe manuscrite & signée” has been added to your cart. Continue shopping