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LibraLy curates bibliophile rarities with Swiss precision: signed first editions, distinguished provenance, and objects of lasting cultural value — for collectors and as rare book investment in the sense of a discreet tangible asset.

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Mary Poppins first edition 1934 in green calf with original cloth panel in clamshell box
Mary Poppins, 1934 Signed presentation copy · CHF 29,000

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Green calf binding of Mary Poppins with gilt stamping
Available First edition · London 1934

Mary Poppins

P. L. Travers · signed & inscribed

British first edition (Gerald Howe), authorial Christmas inscription 1934 to Ramona Herdman. Fine calf binding by Grace Bindings, London, in contemporary clamshell case. Certificate of authenticity included.

CHF 29,000 VAT as applicable

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Inspired by the world’s leading antiquarian houses — distilled to clarity, provenance, and trust. Rare books as an alternative asset class: tangible assets with history.

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Open manuscript with fountain pen, antique volumes and blossom — bibliophile atmosphere

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Rare book gems from Switzerland

LibraLy is a brand of netvalue GmbH, based in Schaffhausen. We combine bibliophile craft with digital clarity — a book boutique with Swiss precision: restrained, curated, and internationally fluent.

Our focus is on exceptional single pieces from literary and cultural history — especially signed first editions and objects with strong provenance — suited to bibliophile collecting as well as tangible asset investment in rare books.

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