antiquarian
/ˌæntɪˈkwɛriən/
adjective
- Relating to the collection or study of old, rare, or historical objects, especially books.
- The museum has a fine antiquarian collection of medieval artifacts.
- His antiquarian interests include ancient maps and manuscripts.
- She runs an antiquarian bookshop in the old town.
noun
- A person who collects or studies old, rare, or historical objects, especially books.
- The antiquarian spent years searching for a first edition of the novel.
- My grandfather was an antiquarian who loved old coins and stamps.
- The local antiquarian gave a talk on the history of the village.