This is because of not a lot of market demand for this. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. Vintage 1958 big golden book rudolph the rednosed reindeer. The golden book encyclopedia abebooks passion for books. Folk tale books and fairy tale books old childrens books. We have a collection of more than 10,000 scarce and outofprint books, for readers, teachers and collectors. Little golden books 1960s collection by julie webb. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large two. I have very fond memories of these books, as i do for all things in the 1960s music, tv, books. Elf, wonder, bonnie, tiny tales, tellatale books etc. Many of the little golden books have become bestsellers, including the poky little puppy, tootle, scuffy the tugboat, and the little red hen. Find the golden book encyclopedia, volume one to sixteen, complete set by parker, bertha morris 1960 covid19 update april 15, 2020. Throughout the years, the little golden books franchise worked together with various companies and introduced book and product joint packaging.
Many of the rare and antique vintage childrens books featured below have beautiful illustrations, and many of them are signed or first edition copies of. Dec, 2019 this page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. What is the value of the 1959 golden book encyclopedia set. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. The only encyclopedia for young gradeschool children accurate and authoritative, entertainlingly written and illustrated to make learning an adventure. Values are not set to determine prices as auction and dealer values vary greatly and are affected by demand and condition. The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes. The golden book encyclopedia parker, bertha morris on. The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes 1.
The earlier the printing date the greater the value, but condition counts for a lot. Here is a list of the 20 books that can get you a whole lot of money. And the fact is, most encyclopedia sets arent worth much at all. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The complete little golden books list of all the golden books available, rare and vintage golden books for big and little people who love to read and be read to. They are known for their sweet stories, whimsical illustrations, and affordability. Welcome to old childrens books, selling childrens literature and picture books online since 1994. Recently a complete set from this year sold for about 100 dollars. For collectors wanting a complete list for collecting little golden books. What is the value of a complete set of 1960s encyclopedia. Though during the early 1950s the american economy was negatively affected by inflationprices were rising, currency was losing its value, and a recession was at handthese. The eighth book in the series, the poky little puppy, is the topselling childrens book of all time.
Jacksons company grolier acquired the rights to publish it in the u. The golden book encyclopedia 1946, 1959, 1988 was an encyclopedia written for white american schoolchildren under the age of 12. The illustrated volumes begin with book one, aardvark to army through book eight, hudson to korea. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes. The golden book encyclopedia is a set of childrens encyclopedias published by western printing and lithographing company under the name golden press.
Overview the american economy experienced a shift during the 1950s that created more income for more americans than ever before. The golden book encyclopedia complete set 19591960 3rd printing 116. I have been collecting all shapes and sizes of little golden books and other related items since 1986. The 1959 edition sold over 60 million volumes, making it the bestselling childrens encyclopedia of all time in america. As a result, they are sought after by childrens book collectors, and in many cases, their value has increased greatly. At steves collectibles, we have found that some of our happiest customers that we have met in this business are those that have located a favorite childrens book from childhood or gotten it for a loved one.
If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. What is the value of a complete set of 1957 world book encyc. The golden book encyclopedia complete 16 vol set 1960. Advertised with circulars in newspapers, the encyclopedias were sent out in weekly or biweekly installments. Golden book encyclopedia set what is 1978 world book encyclopedia set in mint condition worth today i have a complete set of the new book of knowledge. We all have memories of those special books we read as children, and biblio is happy to present a large collection of rare and antique vintage childrens books in the biblio rare book room.
This volume 1 has 96 pages and covers alphabetically aardvark to army. This series, the golden encyclopedia was advertised as the first step toward success in school for your child. What is the value of1960 world book encyclopedia set. A vintage eight volume set of the golden book encyclopedia and an additional vintage informational book. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. For a skinner rare book were looking for books that have a higher minimum auction value, so this book wouldnt be appropriate for auction, but it is a really nice book nonetheless. The golden book encyclopedia 16 vol set bertha morris parker on.
Mar 26, 2014 the golden book encyclopedia in sixteen accurate, factfilled volumes dramatically illustrated with more than 6. I have a 1960 set of world book encyclopedias plus large. The golden book encyclopedia set of 16 volumes 1970 vintage hardcover used. The golden book encyclopedia, volume one to sixteen, complete. According to the company, its mission is to enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide.
I have a complete set of 1960 world book encyclopedias plus large dictionary book set of two and yearly update books from 1962 to1969 also a reading and study guide and an annual 1961 supplement. The books have to be in an excellent condition and even the slightest of damage can lower its price. The best way to get an accurate value is by finding an. Our encyclopedia includes general information and valuable statistics about the us coin mints, famous designers and engravers, and some basics regarding coin grading. Jun 07, 2012 the golden book encyclopedia 1946, 1959, 1988 was an encyclopedia written for white american schoolchildren under the age of 12. The golden book encyclopedia by bertha morris parker, 1969, golden press edition, in english new rev. Supermarket chains, such as acme markets, used these encyclopedias as a promotional hook to lure shoppers. The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes 116 bertha morris parker on. When i was a child, my father had 2 sets of encyclopedias that he kept in the spare bedroom. Volume 1 of 16 volumes of the golden book encyclopedia. The golden book encyclopedia, volume one to sixteen. Hidden treasures on your bookshelf bottom line inc. The values stated in this guide are to be used only as a guide.
The golden book encyclopedia, book 116 full set, volumes 116. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. The golden book encyclopedia of natural science vol. Little golden book collector little golden book collector. Very good condition very good condition vintage 1959 the golden book encyclopedia 9 volumes 1,2,3,5,7,8, 10,12. Collectors always look for books that are over 100 years old. How much is a set of 1960s world book encyclopedias worth. Ordinarily that would make this book too common to have much valuebut it was a wellread book and a fat book, so relatively few first printings survive in pristine condition. Zim and vera webster, the books were written by experts in their field and illustrated in a simple straightforward style. One was the bluebound 1920s edition of the childrens encyclopedia which hed bought and the other was the 1930s wonderland of knowledge that his parents subscribed to when he was young. The golden book encyclopedia set 1960 4th printing volumes 116 golden press. The golden book encyclopedia, volume 1 aardvark to army.
Most people remember little golden books but we also have many different series including. Unfollow the golden book encyclopedia 1959 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Welcome to the little golden book collector this site is dedicated to information on collecting little golden books. Why does greg gutfeld wear a ring on the middle finger on his left hand. The golden book encyclopedia complete set 1959 1960 3rd printing 116. The author does not assume responsibility for any losses that are the result of consulting this guide. Get the best deals on golden book encyclopedia when you shop the. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Mickey mouse club mickey mouse the kitten sitters and mickey mouse and the missing mouseketeers little golden book set. The world book encyclopedias were sold as a set in 1978. The complete list of all the golden books available little.
Little golden books have been treasured by children through the years. James beattie, of books appraised, has been a professional book appraiser for 33 years. The golden book encyclopedia complete set of 16 volumes parker, bertha morris on. The jungle book little golden book by rudyard kipling dec childrens books. Vintage eight volume set of the golden book encyclopedia. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. Not sure if this is what buyers have paid for though. Average value of world book encyclopedia 1956 edition in good condition, c.
The golden guides, originally golden nature guides, were a series of 160page, pocketsized books created by western publishing and published under their golden press line primarily a childrens book imprint from 1949. The golden book encyclopedia, volume one to sixteen, complete set some rubbing with some scuffing at corners, peeling to laminate surface on some, top and bottom spine of books worn. Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. What is the value of the 1959 golden book encyclopedia set answers.
The golden book encyclopedia, 20 volumes, complete set golden books on. Auction values tend to be at about 50% of moderate retail, so it is a book with value. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. What is the value of the world book encyclopedia date 1976. Little golden books gallery at steves collectibles. Little golden books is a popular series of childrens books, founded in 1942.
Encyclopaedias books for sale shop with afterpay ebay. I have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition. The only encyclopedia for young gradeschool children accurate and authoritative, entertainlingly written and. Usa coin book has compiled a list of the alltime, rarest and most valuable us coins ever known. Gloss pictorial boards have minor blistering, tips lightly. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. Gallery of little golden books at steves collectibles. Page 1 of 14 you search to the left by title if you like. Granted this one is not in excellent conditon but the asking price is a good indication of the worth of these books. The golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition open library. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or. How much would something like this be worth to a collector.
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