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Sell record collection, no collection is too large, we buy. Keep in mind, though, that there is no guarantee that these places will buy your items. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. Below, weve compiled the list of places that buy old magazines and newspapers, beginning with the best options. Please allow a week to ten days to receive book through book media mail and 3 to 4 days for priority.
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