They launched the first 12 titles, including the poky little puppy, this little piggy, babys book and nursery songs. Sacagaweacoin rare 2000pd experimental rinse us mint sacagawea native american one dollar coin duration. Rare and valuable books old and not so old books worth. I have a little golden book little black sambo, it is in good condition, price on the top right corner is 25 cents, the books is 24 pages, edition under the binding says o. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. So when shopping for older golden books, use this tip and always list what you have for better results. The first price increase for little golden books occurred in 1962 when they went up to 29 cents. Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary greatly and are affected by demand and condition. Rare dates are worth far more than the prices listed. Get the best deals on rare little golden books when you shop the largest. As a seller, if you can list your book as a first edition, you will not only have a better item for sale, but it is also worth more money. Unfortunately, finding a complete list of little golden books online is difficult because the collection now includes more than 1,200 unique titles. Typos can do more than damage the credibility of a publication.
The golden ball award is presented to the best player at each fifa world cup finals, with a shortlist drawn up by the fifa technical committee and the winner voted for by representatives of the media. The earlier the printing date the greater the value, but condition counts for a lot. Sendak, who died in 2012, was a generous signer and often added sketches when signing a book. Several of the illustrators for the little golden books later became. The values stated in this guide are to be used only as a guide. Author ian fleming released casino royale, the first novel in what would be the james bond book series in april 1953. A childrens book worth hundreds or thousands of pounds, may have an old price ticket inside the cover of just a couple of pounds, he explained, speaking to the daily mail. Coins that are damaged, cleaned, polished or very worn are worth less than the listed prices. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. After all, we all watch the antiques roadshow and pawn stars and sit back amazed as undiscovered treasures come to light. A mint book is fresh from a store and brings the highest value.
Mar 20, 2019 sometimes, you dont even need the entire bible to have great value on your hands. If you discover an old collection full of batman comics. Jan 27, 2015 below are some interesting facts about little golden books. Value of little black sambo little golden book collector. This goofy dog has appeared in over 89 short films and other appearances for the company, and he has also appeared in books authorized by the company, including pluto and the puppy, released in 1937. This site is dedicated to information on collecting little golden books. As a result, highquality wartime editions of little golden books are extremely valuable. Today she picked up one of the little golden books, it was pinocchio, the thing about this book is that i can tell just by looking at it, its extremely old. Money may receive compensation for some links to products and services throughout this website. To determine the true market value of a book, or any other collectible item, an appraisal may be necessary.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Each book ran 24 pages and included a 7 inch record of a narrator who read the story. Walt disney readalong book and records were first released in 1965. Money is an independent, advertisersupported website. For information about specific coin types, click a link below or see faq about coins. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. I want to share the joy i have in collecting with all of you. If you have an old book that you would like us to research, or if you have any other questions regarding old books, email us through our askalibrarian service, or contact your local library.
Aug 21, 2009 there is a book exchange here in my home town. Humble childrens books from years past can be immensely valuable, but only if they. A 1992d minted in denver close am is also a great find. It could be that its a bit thumbed and looks valueless, so its likely to be thrown away or given to a local charity, only later to be discovered by an eagleeyed. Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary. The first price increase for little golden books occurred in 1962 when they. Hidden treasures on your bookshelf bottom line inc. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues. Even though the most valuable books of the 20th century predate the 1960s, there are a fair number of books published since 1960 that have. By helen bannerman the story of little black sambo 12. It tells the story of his parents death and how he came to be batman. A lot has changed since little golden books came on the scene 75 years ago. Shop target for little golden books at great prices. List of little golden books titles little golden books wiki.
The author does not assume responsibility for any losses that are the result of consulting this guide. I have been collecting all shapes and sizes of little golden books and other related items since 1986. Little golden books is a popular series of childrens books, founded in 1942. Little black sambo whitman tellatale books, 2661 helen bannerman. Little golden book collector little golden book collector. Abebooks has been part of the rare book world since going live in 1996. The eighth book in the series, the poky little puppy, is the topselling childrens book of all time. The worlds most valuable childrens books do you have one. Penguin books in australia recently had to reprint 7,000 copies of a nowcollectible book because one.
From the beginning, golden books were inexpensive originally selling for 25 cents. They launched the first 12 titles, including the poky little puppy. Because of that, they are still relative bargains as collectibles, even when they have doubled or tripled in. Little golden books collection and first edition identification. In the 1940s, little golden books sold for 25 cents each. Below are some interesting facts about little golden books. Little golden books collection and first edition identification on. Valuable books can turn up at yard sales and book sales, too, where you can buy them for next to nothing. This simple childrens picture book has had a remarkable impact on popular culture. This september marks the 65th anniversary of little golden books. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. So many golden books have been published since 1942 over a billion that finding an older edition is easier than some other books, said leonard marcus, a childrens book historian. Jan 19, 2006 28 harry potter and the philosophers stone by jk rowling bloomsbury, 1997. This third edition is in fair condition with its gold foil binding, pages, and images intact.
The golden ticket here is a september 1964 first edition published by knopf thats. This includes walt disneys mary poppins, which was published as a golden book in 1964. The little golden books history and backstory simplemost. Once a week my mother and i visit it and get some new books, first stop in the place she always hits is the childrens section.
The gutenberg, also known as the 42 line bible, was the first substantial book printed around 1455 using moveable type, and is probably the most famous and sought after antique bible. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much. Get the best deals on rare little golden books when you shop the largest online selection at. Aug 07, 2007 this september marks the 65th anniversary of little golden books. Some of the most important and rare comic books to be published in the golden age appeared as part of allamerican comics full article. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Many of the little golden books have become bestsellers, including the poky little puppy, tootle, scuffy the tugboat, and the little red hen. List of little golden books titles little golden books.
All items in this priceguide are valued at excellent to near mint unless otherwise stated. Aug 07, 2009 so many golden books have been published since 1942 over a billion that finding an older edition is easier than some other books, said leonard marcus, a childrens book historian. Many editions of h2g2 are worth are worth a fair sum of money. Without the success of the first book, rowling might have never released the other books in the harry potter series. When searching on its important to find copies that match the book in your possession as accurately as possible. In really nice condition, any issue of this rare comic book series is worth good money. The caped crusader and his sidekick, robin, have been around since the late 1930s. You can look at lists of some of my collection under my books or my records. Those 1865s are like hens teeth and have sevenfigure price tags. Michele alice gets nostalgic with her look at little golden books, those.
What is the value of the 1959 golden book encyclopedia set. However, the little golden book collector website includes an alphabetical listing of 1,230 little golden books that was compiled in 20. Apr 03, 2019 a childrens book worth hundreds or thousands of pounds, may have an old price ticket inside the cover of just a couple of pounds, he explained, speaking to the daily mail. Sep 05, 2017 a 1992d minted in denver close am is also a great find. Many people have wondered what an old book they own may be worth. The eighth book in the initial little golden series, the poky little puppy, ranks today as the bestselling childrens book of all time with over 14 million copies sold.
According to the little golden book collectors website, a book is rated as one of five conditions. From harry potterand the philosophers stone, which by the way has an estimated value of. Sometimes, you dont even need the entire bible to have great value on your hands. Those who finish as runnersup in the vote receive the silver ball and bronze ball awards as the second and third most outstanding players in the tournament respectively. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues, which ended in mid1969. An introduction to little golden books, their history, first edition identification guide. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. Jun 19, 2017 sacagaweacoin rare 2000pd experimental rinse us mint sacagawea native american one dollar coin duration. The boy and the tigers little golden book helen bannerman. If you find both, youll have a pretty solid idea of where it stands. Steve santi, author of several guides to collecting little golden books, noted edition dates and prices can be determined in several ways, depending on the year. Written on the inside of the book is paul page jan.
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