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Books by the Foot: Highly Decorative Blue & Gold

Vintage blue and gold books bring richness and quiet luxury to interior spaces. Deep blue covers paired with aged gilt detailing add depth, warmth, and a sense of heritage to shelves and tables. Their subtle sheen catches the light without overpowering, making them ideal accents in both classic and modern interiors. Collected and timeless, they lend an atmosphere of refinement, history, and understated elegance. Featuring a refined range of tones—from soft powder blue and faded cornflower to deep navy and inky indigo, often mellowed by time. Their covers may be cloth-bound or leathered, gently worn, with textures that feel warm and tactile rather than pristine. The gold detailing is rarely bright; instead, it appears as softened gilt—brushed, dulled, or lightly rubbed at the edges. Embossed titles, filigree borders, and ornamental spines catch the light subtly, adding depth and quiet opulence. Together, these shades and finishes create a layered, collected look that feels elegant, historical, and effortlessly lived-in.

1 foot equates to 10-12 books or 12 inches of books. Ranging in height usually below 25cm.

FREE ON ALL ORDERS OVER £30

United Kingdom          £2.75       3 - 5 days

Next day delivery Monday-Friday        £6.95

FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £30

USA and Europe         £3.75      14 - 21 days

Rest of World              £4.75       14 - 28  days

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In the unusual event that you are not entirely satisfied with your book you have 30 days to request a full return/refund (incl. return shipping costs). After which time we unfortunately won't be able to offer you a refund or exchange. Refunds will be paid on receipt of the returned item.

There are certain situations where a partial refund may be more satisfactory/appropriate. In this case you will not need to return the item, but instead simply email a photograph of the product plus an explanation of your request. For additional information about refunds and returns, please see our full policy here.

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United Kingdom £2.96 3 - 7 business days

USA                           £8.00       5 - 10  days

Europe                     £5.10      5 - 8  days

Rest of World          £10.95       5 - 14  days

DELIVERY CHARGES WILL APPLY ON ALL INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Please note: If you see a delivery charge of 0.00 when buying collections of books, this is because an accurate postage amount needs to be charged based on your location which varies greatly for each country with a product of this size. We will contact you via email for the delivery charge if you have paid for this item and have not paid any shipping. Unfortunately we cannot offer free delivery on book collections due to their size and weight.

In the unusual event that you are not entirely satisfied with your book you have 14 days to request a full return/refund (incl. return shipping costs). After which time we unfortunately won't be able to offer you a refund or exchange. Refunds will be paid on receipt of the returned item.

There are certain situations where a partial refund may be more satisfactory/appropriate. In this case you will not need to return the item, but instead simply email a photograph of the product plus an explanation of your request. For additional information about refunds and returns, please see our full policy here.


Please note: Stock images show examples of style you will receive. Titles and authors are picked at random and will vary. Fiction and non-fiction, mostly clothbound hardbacks though there may be some softcovers if ordering large quantities. May have minor markings, endpaper inscriptions and wear to spine ends.

Also available to buy 'by the metre'. For bespoke colours or volumes, any queries, please message us or email us at help@countryhouselibrary.co.uk

DELIVERY

Please note: Delivery may take a little longer depending on the quantity ordered. If you think the delivery charge is wrong - please email us for a bespoke rate.