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Most people consider used encyclopedia sets to be quite useless. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. My kids got good use of them, and i dipped in them from time to time, but we eventually gave them away. What is the value of a set of 1930 encyclopedia answers. Over the following centuries, britannica became one of the most well known and trusted encyclopedia publishers in the western. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. A 20year old encyclopedia set is of no use to anyone. Encyclopedias dated after 1923 are essentially worthless but crafters may be interested for the old pictures. Dec 16, 20 got or need old encyclopediasbooks recycle them into interesting items. Your hardcopy set may turn out to be a valuable resource for historians in the distant future. And the fact is, most encyclopedia sets arent worth much at all. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. The book of life complete 24 volume encyclopedia set, hardcover 1980 zondervan 5 out of 5 stars 2 product ratings 2 product ratings the book of life complete 24.
What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped. However, i strongly suspect that the seller is taking the piss and that no one will ever pay that much. Sadly, there are very few people who are interested in owning an old encyclopedia set. Unless they are very vintage, or unusually attractive, there isnt much interest in them, even in pristine condition. The world book encyclopedia by world book encyclopedia alibris. Hardcover 2006 world book encyclopedia set complete set 22 books. Or our arc of the lake thrifty threads and things resale shoppe 425 hwy 42 kaiser, mo 5733021700. Many give old sets away on freecycle or craigs list. The retail price, or retail value, is the value of the book when sold at an antique store or antiquarian book dealer. Book encyclopedia dictionary 2 volume set ak lz 1965 vintage. The world book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most. I asked a honduran gentleman what he wanted with a 1970 edition of world book encyclopedias.
Fair market value of the book is an agreed upon price when neither the buyer nor the seller is under any pressure to sell or to buy. The world book encyclopedia complete 22 volume set world book on amazon. World book encyclopedia, 2009 edition, classic binding. Complete 1987 24 set world book encyclopedia set plus dictionary set atlas 1988 and 1989 year books 1988 and 1989 science year books 7 set encyclopedia of science great value and in excellent condition. The choice of used books is massive thousands of classic novels and bestsellers, biographies and memoirs, selfhelp, cookbooks, childrens books, affordable textbooks for school, and out of print titles. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book. By clicking on an item or other link on the website or accept you agree to the use of cookies and other technologies to process your personal data e. If you have no plans for a garage sale anytime in the near future, ask a friend or family member if they would put your encyclopedias out for sale at their yard sale. Begin by choosing the proper environment for the books and manuscripts, keeping them out of direct sunlight and away from moisture.
Sell your old encyclopedias at your next garage sale. We used to live in an area which had frequent power cuts, so we invested in a large. Unfortunately encyclopedia sets have little resale value. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition, like. You can get a 10yo encyclopedia set for almost nothing, and the world book puts out a new edition every year. Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. What is the value of a set of encyclopedia americana answers.
Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. Average value of world book encyclopedia 1956 edition in good condition, c. The world book encyclopedia complete 22 volume set. The world book encyclopedia can be purchased directly form the world book website. Mar 05, 2012 these 1964 sets of the world book encyclopedia are modest in value when you consider the number of volumes and the many that are in very good condition. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was.
James beattie, of books appraised, has been a professional book appraiser for 33. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. This is a page about finding the value of world book encyclopedias. How much is a set of 1970 world book encyclopedias worth. Book set, the new illustrated medical encyclopedia for home use vol. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. He said that it would help the family learn english, kids and grandmas included. I have a set of the world book encyclopedia, copy right 1964. Is it really going to make a world of difference if madame curie died on the 4th.
How to sell used britannica encyclopedias pen and the pad. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or ask a new question. Vintage world book encyclopedia years 1969 to 1984 year book lot 16 volumes. The last shop on earth that still sells the world book encyclopedia. A set of the world book encyclopedia set from 1948. The set that was newest and in the best condition was saved for the sale, and the rest were thrown away, because they simply dont sell. Old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. Get the best deals on world book encyclopedia when you shop the largest online selection at. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much.
The world book encyclopedia leather bound 1987 22 volume set scott fetzer on. What is the value world book encyclopedia, 1976 edition. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two book dictionar. That oversimplified explanation, however, doesnt help the average person put a value on their encyclopedias. A 1986 world book qualifies as trash or recyclable materialno one will want it, i promise. The world book encyclopedia complete 22 volume set world book on. Shop the latest titles by world book encyclopedia at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. And because i was the only one who had a computer, i also got the encyclopedia on a cdrom. Created in the 18th century during the intellectual movement known as the scottish enlightenment, encyclopaedia britannica was first published one volume at a time over a threeyear period.
The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. I grew up with the world book encyclopedia, not britannica. I have found old encyclopedias and magazines specifically national. The best place to sell any used book for the most money. Encyclopedia center encyclopedias from britannica, oxford. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. Nov 28, 2017 explore kristianlouises board what to do with my old encyclopedias. Craigslist is easy to use and mostly free where other online sites may pose a stiff learning. The world book encyclopedia 1964 collection i have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. Nov 07, 2014 stopping at a yard sale a few years back, i picked up a set of the encyclopedia britannica 11 th edition, produced during the year 1910. I was helping out with a book sale at my towns library a few months ago, and a few encyclopedia sets came in. How to dispose of old encyclopedias pen and the pad.
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