Expert assessment and appraisal of rare books, manuscripts, and literary collections. Trusted by collectors, libraries, and estates worldwide.
Get Your Books AppraisedWith over two decades of experience in the rare book industry, Horizon Book Values has established itself as the premier destination for professional book appraisals and valuations.
Our certified appraisers possess extensive knowledge of literary history, market trends, and the intricate factors that determine a book's true value. We serve collectors, libraries, estate planners, and institutions with accurate, detailed assessments.
From first editions and signed copies to historical manuscripts and complete collections, we provide comprehensive valuation services that you can trust for insurance, estate planning, donation, or sale purposes.
Explore Our ServicesComprehensive evaluation of rare and antiquarian books, including first editions, limited editions, and historically significant volumes. Our experts assess condition, provenance, and market value.
Professional assessment of handwritten documents, letters, and manuscripts. We specialize in literary manuscripts, historical documents, and autographed materials.
Complete evaluation of entire book collections for estates, libraries, or personal collections. We provide detailed inventories and comprehensive valuation reports.
Certified appraisals for insurance purposes, ensuring your valuable books are properly covered. Our reports meet all insurance company requirements and standards.
Professional valuations for estate planning and tax purposes. We provide legally recognized appraisals that comply with IRS requirements for charitable donations and estate settlements.
Expert advice on buying, selling, or collecting rare books. We provide market insights, trend analysis, and strategic guidance for collectors and investors.
Our appraisers are certified by leading professional organizations and have decades of experience in the rare book market.
Detailed written reports with photographs, condition assessments, and market analysis for each item appraised.
Most appraisals completed within 5-7 business days, with rush services available for urgent needs.
We serve clients across the United States with on-site visits for large collections and secure shipping options.
Transparent, fair pricing with no hidden fees. Volume discounts available for large collections.
Complete discretion and confidentiality guaranteed for all client information and collection details.
"Horizon Book Values provided an exceptional appraisal of my grandfather's rare book collection. Their detailed report was exactly what I needed for insurance purposes, and their expertise was evident throughout the process."
"As a library director, I've worked with many appraisers, but none match the professionalism and accuracy of Horizon Book Values. Their estate collection assessment saved us thousands in proper valuations."
"The team at Horizon Book Values helped me understand the true value of my first edition collection. Their market insights were invaluable when I decided to sell several pieces."