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Katie

2007-01-05 09:54:59 · 14 answers · asked by histexladi 1 in Arts & Humanities Books & Authors

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There are a number of Antique Book Internet sites ...
However, my husband and I have found Kovels Antiques and collectibles reference guides to be the most reliable for antique books, glassware,furniture, ect..

They base their pricing on previous sales of similar items giving you a range based on the book title, edition (1st, 2nd...) condition of cover, binding and so on.

Hope this helps..and best of luck in your search.

Deb EM

2007-01-05 10:10:44 · answer #1 · answered by witchywoman2u 1 · 0 0

Generally speaking, a book is worth whatever anyone is willing to pay for it. If you were happy to pay $125 for it from a reputable book dealer, then that is probably about what it's worth right now. What it will be worth in the future is anybody's guess. Personally, I think it will only appreciate in line with inflation. It is unlikely to depreciate if it is kept in good condition - so as long as it's something you're going to enjoy meanwhile, you're unlikely to be out of pocket, and in a few decades when you bequeath it to your grandchildren, they will, no doubt, be very pleased. If, on the other hand, you're hoping for a fast return with some profit, then I think it unlikely; new books signed by debut authors are a better investment, (preferably signed, first-lined, dated ... and, if possible, doodled too). A slightly riskier investment, perhaps, because the ultimate value of the book will depend on whether the author moves on to great success or sinks into oblivion. But if you have good instincts, then a substantial short-term profit is much more likely.

2016-05-23 07:01:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Go to your phone book. Look up antiques or auctioneers. Call them and ask them for an appraisal. So many factors go into deciding how much a book is worth, it's very different from baseball cards. Ask a professional, that is the best way.

2007-01-05 09:57:47 · answer #3 · answered by opheliaissaved 3 · 0 0

I'd first use the internet to get a general idea -- google the title and the author, the name of the publisher and, maybe, the publication date, all together. Also, check amazon and ebay. There are price guides that you can look at -- best bet would be in a large Barnes & Noble.

2007-01-05 09:59:10 · answer #4 · answered by TaDa 4 · 0 0

Contact a antique book collector or seller.U might find one on the enter net or look in the yellow pages.

2007-01-05 09:57:37 · answer #5 · answered by dcrc93 7 · 0 0

Find and antiques roadshow or antique club or something of that nature. NEVER go to a antique shop or pawn broker. They will take you for a ride and you will regret it. If it is of value, you need to be told the truth about it.

2007-01-05 09:57:40 · answer #6 · answered by Piano Man 4 · 0 1

you could search the antique book on google and ask for the price

2007-01-05 09:57:25 · answer #7 · answered by emma leahy 3 · 0 0

You really only can know when you put it in a specialist auction and the sell it. Contact somewhere like Sotherby Auction House for an estimated value. Look locally under Auction Houses for the best SPECIALIST place near you.

2007-01-05 09:59:06 · answer #8 · answered by Stephen H 1 · 0 0

You go to an antique book shop and they will evaluate it...

2007-01-05 09:56:52 · answer #9 · answered by blapath 6 · 0 0

Take a look at www.bookfinder.com That's where used and rare book dealers post their items to sell. Find one with that matches yours (binding, publication date, etc.) and see what they are asking for it.

2007-01-05 13:14:54 · answer #10 · answered by Ginger/Virginia 6 · 0 0

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