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Most expensive book or document sold at auction

The current most expensive book or document sold at auction record is $43 million, held by First printing of the US Constitution, set on November 18, 2021. Last checked October 10, 2026.

$43

million

First printing of the US Constitution

New York, USA, 2021

Holder
First printing of the US Constitution
Record
$43 million
Exact figure
$43.2 million
Location
New York, USA
Date set
November 18, 2021
Recognized by
Sotheby's
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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