New England Book Auctions

New England Book Auctions, formerly Oinonen Book Auctions, holds a unique position in the antiquarian book market as the only full-time auction gallery in New England dedicated to the sale of rare books and related materials. Each year we conduct 24 auctions, and publish 12 catalogues of rare books, manuscripts, maps, prints, graphics, ephemera, etc. We also conduct 6 auctions per year of antiques and decorative arts. Now under the ownership of New England Auctions LLC and entering our 31st year, NEBA conducts over 25 auctions per year, and our catalogues are respected for their high standards of bibliographical accuracy and objectivity. The prices realized published after each catalogue sale help set the fair market value for the antiquarian book trade, as they are published each year in American Book Prices Current.
Our catalogues are distributed worldwide. The auctions are held in the historic Hotel Northampton in Northampton, Massachusetts, in the heart of the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts. Our sales are convenient to reach by highway from both the New York and Boston metropolitan areas, and are 45 minutes from Bradley International Airport in Connecticut.
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Bidder Reviews for New England Book Auctions (51)
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LeeMarlborough, MA
Feb 17, 2026
Very helpful shipping and everything arrived expertly packed
Very pleased. My inquiries concerning shipping were handled quickly and when I received the items, which had been expertly packed, they were as shown and described.

TanyaInyokern, CA
Apr 15, 2025
Everything was explicit and directions were easy to follow.
All of the experience was positive.

JerryProvidence, RI
Dec 31, 2024
Nice Auctioneer
I purchased some very interesting and rare books. Shipping time and cost were reasonable. I recommend New England Book Auctions.

John DouglasStafford, VA
Nov 20, 2024
Seller is highly recommended
Seller responded quickly to getting item out after purchase. Excellent Seller communication, efficiency, fairness, and competency. The two antiquarian books arrived as described and very well packaged. I highly recommend this Seller!

CharlesColleyville, TX
Nov 12, 2024
Well packed, properly described, promptly shipped!
Was my first time buying here and am very pleased with the experience. Everything was described properly, packed securely for shipment, and shipped fast. Couldn't have asked for more, thank you!

KEVINNorth Truro, MA
Nov 06, 2024
Easy auction experience
From online bedding to payment to shipping, everything with the auction was easy and accurate. Thanks so much for the experience.
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