Crawford Sterling, founded by Benjamin Crawford, advises collectors and institutions in the acquisition and stewardship of rare books and manuscripts of lasting historical and cultural value. Through our trusted international network, we provide discreet private access to important works that seldom appear on the open market.
We are currently presenting a distinguished collection of sacred texts, recently featured at the Palm Beach Show and the International Book Fair in Abu Dhabi. Offered as a unified holding, the collection is available to select clients who recognize both its cultural importance and its long-term value as an enduring asset.
We invite you to contact us to arrange a private consultation and explore the possibilities surrounding this exceptional offering.
FEATURED HIGHLIGHT:
A ROYAL TREASURE
Among its many treasures, the collection contains a pristine copy of the Coverdale Bible, the first printed Bible in English.
Published in 1535, it was dedicated to Anne Boleyn, wife of King Henry VIII. Last appraised in excess of $1 million USD, this remarkable pieces is numbered among the finest surviving copies and is recognized as the most important example in private hands.