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Wesley Towner: The Elegant Auctioneers, 1970

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Wesley Towner: The Elegant Auctioneers, 1970

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Book Title: The Elegant Auctioneers

Author: Wesley Towner

Hardcover

Completed by Stephen Varble

Publishing Date: 1970

Publisher: Hill & Wang

First Edition/1st Printing

Hardcover with strong binding

Book Size: 9.5 x 6.25 inches

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