Books, Catalogues

Harrington and Co stock an excellent collection of ephemera including rare photos, postcards and collectors cards. Whether you are a history enthusiast yourself or are looking for a truly special one-off gift, we always have amazing and rare items in stock.

We source our stock locally and from the US, so the content is incredibly varied and interesting. Many of our pieces have been purchased for museums and top collectors worldwide. Browse our collection below to find the perfect piece of history.

c1900 RARE Lincoln "Crests & Monogram Album" 4th Edition + Numerous Clippings.

c1900 RARE Lincoln "Crests & Monogram Album" 4th Edition + Numerous Clippings.

$499

c1900 RARE Lincoln "Crests & Monogram Album" 4th Edition + Numerous Clippings.There are 98 clippings stuck to pages plus a large loose quantity, has to be 50 plus. Came from an upper class family, some rare government clippings noted. There are numerous...

.1970 OBSOLETE SEIKO CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE BOOKLET.

.1970 OBSOLETE SEIKO CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE BOOKLET.

$40

1970 OBSOLETE SEIKO CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE BOOKLET. Covers are very soiled, guarantee dated 23/12/1970 with a Perth, Australia dealer. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical. HNCO are not responsible for import duties or...

1860s RARE Large Bound Folio of Sheet Music. Ex Brisbane, QLD Estate.

1860s RARE Large Bound Folio of Sheet Music. Ex Brisbane, QLD Estate.

$459

1860s RARE Large Bound Folio of Sheet Music. Ex Brisbane, QLD Estate. Music sheets are bound in original hardcover outer, with the spine titled MUSIC SONGS Spine is tatty with losses & wear, small botton section hanging off in photo has since...

RARE c1940s Marconi School of Wireless, Sydney Course Instruction Papers.

RARE c1940s Marconi School of Wireless, Sydney Course Instruction Papers.

$399

RARE c1940s Marconi School of Wireless, Sydney Course Instruction Papers. A RARE LOT !!! 8 in total, none are dated, but look 1940s / 1950s. Instruction papers No. G1, G2, G3, G4, F1, F2 Revised, F4, E7. Large format, extremely detailed publications,...

THE TIMES HISTORY OF THE WAR, Complete 21 Vol Set. Just Missing Index Vol No 22

THE TIMES HISTORY OF THE WAR, Complete 21 Vol Set. Just Missing Index Vol No 22

$429

THE TIMES HISTORY OF THE WAR, Complete 21 Vol Set. Just Missing Index Vol No 22 Authentic contemporary account, published as the War proceeded starting in 1914. Very well illustrated with many B&W Photos, Maps etc. Vol I begins with "The...

Richard Wagner DER RING DES NIBELUNGEN (Decca) 22LPs in Wooden Presention Box

Richard Wagner DER RING DES NIBELUNGEN (Decca) 22LPs in Wooden Presention Box

$349

Richard Wagner DER RING DES NIBELUNGEN (Decca) 22LPs in Wooden Presention Box 1959 - 1968 Richard Wagner DER RING DES NIBELUNGEN (Decca) Decca Box Set 22 stereo LP boxed set of the complete edition of Richard Wagner's four part opera, 'Der...

Job Lot Early 1900s 7 x Beatrix Potter Books. Selling AS IS !!

Job Lot Early 1900s 7 x Beatrix Potter Books. Selling AS IS !!

$145

Job Lot Early 1900s 7 x Beatrix Potter Books. Selling AS IS !! As can be seen in the photographs, all the books are in poor to very average condition, however most appear to be early editions. The lot is being SOLD AS IS with any missing / loose /...

1863 3 Volume Set 1st Edition “Deep Waters” by Anna H Drury. Original Hardcovers

1863 3 Volume Set 1st Edition “Deep Waters” by Anna H Drury. Original Hardcovers

$329

1863 3 Volume Set 1st Edition "Deep Waters" by Anna H Drury. Original Hardcovers Hard to find as a 3 volume set. Original hardcovers, foxing scattered throughout each volume, minor spine separation, spines slightly tatty, minor insect...

RARE 1909 Copyright “The Tale of Flopsy Bunnies” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

RARE 1909 Copyright “The Tale of Flopsy Bunnies” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

$199

RARE 1909 Copyright "The Tale of Flopsy Bunnies" by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & CoHardcover, no dustcover, complete but has issues. Most pages starting to come away from the spine but still very loosely attached, some minor foxing & stains, covers soiled,...

RARE 1908 Copyright “The Tale of Samuel Whiskers” by Beatrix Potter F Warne & Co

RARE 1908 Copyright “The Tale of Samuel Whiskers” by Beatrix Potter F Warne & Co

$199

RARE 1908 Copyright "The Tale of Samuel Whiskers" by Beatrix Potter F Warne & CoHardcover, with dustcover, complete but has some issues. Dustcover is very tatty & soiled & has old tape marks, some pages starting to come away from the spine, minor marks /...

RARE 1903 Copyright “The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin” by Beatrix Potter F Warne & Co

RARE 1903 Copyright “The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin” by Beatrix Potter F Warne & Co

$199

RARE 1903 Copyright "The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin" by Beatrix Potter F Warne & CoHardcover, no dustcover, complete but has some issues. Pages starting to come away from the spine, some pen marks to front cover, covers are stained & soiled, minor marks &...

RARE Early Edition “The Tale of Benjamin Bunny” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

RARE Early Edition “The Tale of Benjamin Bunny” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

$199

RARE Early Edition "The Tale of Benjamin Bunny" by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & CoA VERY NICE EARLY EXAMPLE !!! Hardcover with dustcover, undated but appears to be an early edition, complete, all pages in tact, virtually no foxing, dustcover stained &...

RARE 1911 Copyright “The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

RARE 1911 Copyright “The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes” by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & Co

$159

RARE 1911 Copyright "The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes" by Beatrix Potter. F Warne & CoHardcover, no dustcover, complete but has issues. Pages starting to come away from the spine, old tape gone brown on a few pages, loss to page 51 as per photo, some old tape...

1944 SCARCE Book “Insects of Medical Importance” 2nd Edition with Corrections

1944 SCARCE Book “Insects of Medical Importance” 2nd Edition with Corrections

$60

1944 SCARCE Book "Insects of Medical Importance" 2nd Edition with Corrections Hardcover, 272 numbered pages + plates, no dustcover, generally in very good condition. Some minor foxing, complete, all pages intact, some pages have very neat...

Lot 10 Vintage Pre-Paid Unused Australian Newspaper Wrappers Overprints 11c 25c

Lot 10 Vintage Pre-Paid Unused Australian Newspaper Wrappers Overprints 11c 25c

$125

Lot 10 Vintage Pre-Paid Unused Australian Newspaper Wrappers Overprints 11c 25c There are 5 x 25c (7c Cancelled) & 5 x 11c (7c Cancelled) wrappers, all unused in very nice condition. Always happy to combine postage where possible & practical...

1924 SCARCE Book “The Mammals of South Australia. Part II"

1924 SCARCE Book “The Mammals of South Australia. Part II"

$79

1924 SCARCE Book "The Mammals of South Australia. Part II"Hardcover, 270 numbered pages, no dustcover, generally in very good condition. Some minor foxing, complete, all pages intact. Very informative.Always happy to combine postage where possible &...

6 x 1950s - 1970s Cook Books. Sunbeam, Pressure Cookery Etc

6 x 1950s - 1970s Cook Books. Sunbeam, Pressure Cookery Etc

$60

6 x 1950s - 1970s Cook Books. Sunbeam, Pressure Cookery Etc All covers are soiled, have stains & are slightly tatty, some pages & covers are loose, internally foxing & stains BUT all appear to be complete Always happy to combine postage...

c1917 "The Lord Kitchener Memorial Book” Edited by Sir Hedley Le Bas

c1917 "The Lord Kitchener Memorial Book” Edited by Sir Hedley Le Bas

$60

c1917 "The Lord Kitchener Memorial Book" Edited by Sir Hedley Le Bas Large hardcover book, complete. Covers are stained & soiled, internally foxing and losses to the bottom of some pages, see photo. Owners name to inside cover. Book...

Brisbane Centenary 1823 - 1923 Large Commemorative Book.

Brisbane Centenary 1823 - 1923 Large Commemorative Book.

$129

Brisbane Centenary 1823 - 1923 Large Commemorative Book. A very large, informative hardcover book celebrating Brisbane's 1823 - 1923 Centenary. Jammed full of historical facts, photos & adverts, measures 37cms x 25cms when closed. Contains the...

1925 The Story of Australia - Part & Present - In Pen & Ink - 6 Vol. by Colwell

1925 The Story of Australia - Part & Present - In Pen & Ink - 6 Vol. by Colwell

$300

1925 The Story of Australia - Part & Present - In Pen & Ink - 6 Vol. by Colwell A superb in-depth informative large 6 Volume publication with numerous bookplates throughout. Superb original tooled leather covers, foxing scattered throughout...

WW1 1916 1917 1918 Excellent Content / Coverage by Illustrated London News

WW1 1916 1917 1918 Excellent Content / Coverage by Illustrated London News

$129

WW1 1916 1917 1918 Excellent Content / Coverage by Illustrated London News Large format magazine 41cms x 29cms. The editions are dated Sept 15th, 1916. Feb 3rd, 1917. Jan 5th, 1918. Some foxing, marks, minor tears & losses. Local Brisbane pick-up...

Superb 1899 "Venite Erultemus Domino” Psalm XCV Booklet with Lithograph Plates

Superb 1899 "Venite Erultemus Domino” Psalm XCV Booklet with Lithograph Plates

$65

Superb 1899 "Venite Erultemus Domino" Psalm XCV Booklet with Lithograph Plates Measures 11.7cms x 16.5cms when closed, endorsed and dated inside front cover. Generally in excellent condition. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. Always happy to...

1892 “The Better Land” Booklet by Mrs Hemans / Raphael Tuck & Sons.

1892 “The Better Land” Booklet by Mrs Hemans / Raphael Tuck & Sons.

$65

1892 "The Better Land" Booklet by Mrs Hemans / Raphael Tuck & Sons. A delightful quality 20 page booklet (Including covers) measuring 15.5cmns x 10.5cms when closed. Dated 25/12/1892 from Mother. Some foxing & marks but generally in...

Super Rare 2 Vols “Abstracts of Specifications of Patents 1854 - 1866 Victoria”

Super Rare 2 Vols “Abstracts of Specifications of Patents 1854 - 1866 Victoria”

$499

Super Rare 2 Vols "Abstracts of Specifications of Patents 1854 - 1866 Victoria" Super RARE, none for sale or have been sold, the only copies are in Archives & Government Libraries. Volumes Part 1 & Part 2, "Abstracts of...

England, A Picture Book to Remember Her By - Crescent Books

England, A Picture Book to Remember Her By - Crescent Books

$10

England, A Picture Book to Remember Her By - Crescent BooksA great hardcover picture book of England published in 1986In good condition.64 pages. Size 27 x 20cm_gsrx_vers_1326 (GS 8.4.1 (1326))

1875 Very Large Hardcover Book, “Rome Descriptions et Souvenirs” by Francis Wey.

1875 Very Large Hardcover Book, “Rome Descriptions et Souvenirs” by Francis Wey.

$259

1875 Very Large Hardcover Book, "Rome Descriptions et Souvenirs" by Francis Wey. Very large heavy set hardcover, 1875 Edition, 760 pages + map to the rear. Loss to spine as per photo, some foxing, mainly towards the front & rear, appears...

The Graphic Illustrated Newspaper, Saturday Nov 19 1900 - Great Pictures

The Graphic Illustrated Newspaper, Saturday Nov 19 1900 - Great Pictures

$55

No 1616, Vol. LXII. Spine has been expertly taped.Complete, nice condition, some minor foxingSize 39 x 30cmWill be posted flat as rolling may cause damage.

The Graphic Illustrated Newspaper, Saturday Oct 6 1900 - Great Pictures

The Graphic Illustrated Newspaper, Saturday Oct 6 1900 - Great Pictures

$55

No 1610, Vol. LXII. Spine has been expertly taped.Complete, nice condition except for a small tear on the back page, some minor foxingSize 39 x 30cmWill be posted flat as rolling may cause damage.

PI Tchaikovsky Correspondence with NF Von Meck Book 1, 2 and 3. Russian Original

PI Tchaikovsky Correspondence with NF Von Meck Book 1, 2 and 3. Russian Original

$399

PI. Tchaikovsky Correspondence with N.F. von Meck Printed in Russian. Revision and notes V.A. Zhdanova and N. T. Zhegina. Letters between the famous Russian Composer Tchaikovsky and investor turned dear friend, Nadezhda Filaretovna von Meck over the...

Great Read !! 1980 Book “The Circus Comes to Town” Australian Big Tops.

Great Read !! 1980 Book “The Circus Comes to Town” Australian Big Tops.

$60

Great Read !! 1980 Book "The Circus Comes to Town" Australian Big Tops. 96 numbered pages, hardcover + dust jacket. In very nice condition, handwritten note to the inside dated 1983. Local Brisbane pick-up welcomed. Always happy to combine...

Five Vintage / Antique Non-Finction Books. Geography, French, Dictionary

Five Vintage / Antique Non-Finction Books. Geography, French, Dictionary

$25

Five Vintage / Antique Non-Finction Books. iIcludes Blackwoods Educational Series edited by Professor Meiklejohn 'Geographical Reader book 6 1/9' Modern French Course - Third Year by Marc, Ceppi 1938 Dictionary of Australia English - Morris,...

1887 - 1933 Her Majesty’s Theatre, Sydney. Souvenir Large Booklet.

1887 - 1933 Her Majesty’s Theatre, Sydney. Souvenir Large Booklet.

$65

1887 - 1933 Her Majesty's Theatre, Sydney. Souvenir Large Booklet. A large publication 30cms x 23cms, 32 numbered pages + soft covers, covers are heavily foxed, tatty & soiled. Internally some minor foxing throughout Local Brisbane pick-up...

Rare 1751 - 1755 “Universal Dictionary Trade & Commerce” Leaf Extracts Vol 1 & 2

Rare 1751 - 1755 “Universal Dictionary Trade & Commerce” Leaf Extracts Vol 1 & 2

$399

Rare 1751 - 1755 "Universal Dictionary Trade & Commerce" Leaf Extracts Vol 1 & 2 100% genuine & not reproductions. Leaf extracts from volumes 1 & 2 of "The Universal Dictionary of Trade & Commerce" 1st edition by...

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 8. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 8. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

$399

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 8. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / MagazineMuseum Quality / Super rare with very few in existence. Was unable to find any for sale or that had sold, the majority of copies are held in Government Institutions,...

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 1. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 1. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

$799

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 1. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / MagazineMuseum Quality / Super rare with very few in existence. Was unable to find any for sale or that had sold, the majority of copies are held in Government Institutions,...

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 5. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 5. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / Magazine

$599

SUPER RARE 1856 Vol 1. No 5. Punch or the Sydney Charivari Newspaper / MagazineMuseum Quality / Super rare with very few in existence. Was unable to find any for sale or that had sold, the majority of copies are held in Government Institutions,...