General
Where are you located?
We welcome visitors to our bookshop and gallery on London’s New Bond Street, one of the world’s great luxury shopping destinations. Our building at 94 New Bond Street is a short walk from Oxford Circus and Bond Street Underground stations. Plan your visit.
What kinds of rare books do you offer?
We sell a wide variety of rare books ranging in price from a few hundred to many thousands of pounds. Our stock includes first editions, signed and inscribed books, manuscripts, finely bound books and library sets, and original prints, maps, and photographs. Our departments encompass exploration & travel, guidebooks, natural history, science & medicine, history & philosophy, literature including modern first editions and children’s books, art, photography & the avant-garde, Judaica, Eastern European books, and Near Eastern & Islamic manuscripts and books.
Why buy at Shapero?
We are an internationally renowned firm with a team of highly experienced specialists. They have extensive knowledge in a wide range of subjects and can assist with any queries. When you buy from us, you can be confident that you are purchasing from a reputable and established dealer with a strong track record of providing high-quality rare books to customers worldwide.
Authenticity
How do you guarantee authenticity?
Our team of experts carefully research each item before offering it for sale. We guarantee the authenticity of all items sold and offer a full refund if a purchase is not as described. A full printed description on our letterhead is provided with each book.
Can I request additional images or details before making a purchase?
Yes, we are happy to provide additional photos or information. Email info@shapero.com or contact one of our specialists directly.
Shipping and Delivery
How does shipping work?
Great care is taken to ensure items arrive safely. We employ a professional, in-house packer and use a selection of reputable carriers, including DHL, FedEx, and UPS, with tracking information provided for all valuable shipments. Arrival time varies depending on the destination but is generally 2 to 3 working days to Europe and North America. Please contact us for express delivery or if you have any questions about a shipment.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is free worldwide, except for framed and oversized items, and all shipments are insured. See Shipping & Returns for full details.
Refund and Return
What is your refund policy?
We offer a full refund for any item that is found to be not as described. Items must be returned in the same condition within 14 days of receipt. In the rare event of an item being damaged in shipping, please contact us immediately and we will arrange a refund or replacement. Refunds are generally processed within 14 days of the item being returned to us.
Sell to Shapero
Can I sell my rare books to you?
Yes, we purchase rare books, manuscripts, maps, and prints. Click here for details.
Our Guarantee
We guarantee the authenticity and completeness of every item we sell, unless its description says otherwise. Items are in good condition unless the description notes otherwise. Each book comes with a full printed description on our letterhead, and we can provide a certificate of authenticity on request.
If an item is not as described, you can return it within 14 days of receipt for a full refund, including the original delivery cost. This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
Every item is packed by hand at our bookshop and fully insured in transit.
We are members of the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association (ABA), the Association of Art & Antiques Dealers (LAPADA) and the International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA), and through the ABA, of the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB).
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