Jan 14, 2015 old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. Tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to find information wherever it is in the set. Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set fair condition. Older sets are many times even difficult to give away because they are difficult for even thrift stores to sell. She has lots of unique jewelry kathy jensenbooks worth. As one bookseller puts it, the value of a book is whatever someone will pay for it. 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. The value of an encyclopedia is that it presents you with facts about the world. World book encyclopedia 2003 volume 15 p replacement spare from set isbn 0716601044 by world book and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A 20year old encyclopedia set is of no use to anyone. Book value may also refer to the net worth of a business, which is calculated by subtracting liabilities from assets. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. What is the value of a complete set of world book encycloped.
The cycloteacher is a unique educational, and fun, learning device. Book the fast free shipping at the best online prices at ebay. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or ask a new question. Encyclopedia britannica sets products for sale ebay. It remained at that length until 1997, when it was printed for the last time.
One of the few things left in print that is worth buying. What is the value for a full set of 1981 world book. The world book encyclopedia 1962 complete set 24 volumes az. According to current sales data the world book encyclopedia 1958 is currently valued on the retail market cost replacement for an average of 100. So why pay so much money for a third set of something that wed gotten rid of twice. Read on to see the answers provided by the thriftyfun community or. This is going to be hard to hear and youre not going to like it. 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.
Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested. How much is a set of 1960s world book encyclopedias worth. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. In 1962 world book produced a braille edition, which filled 145 volumes and nearly 40,000 pages. This page also shows coins listed for sale so you can buy and sell. And a 22volume set of the 2004 world books could be. My folks had an encyclopedia britannica from, oh, i cant even imagine how old it was. The book value of an asset at any time is its cost minus its accumulated depreciation. May 10, 2017 1970 world book encyclopedia set, 20 volumes az. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask all offers will be considered. In 1962 the encyclopedia was expanded to 24 volumes. The world book encyclopedia is an encyclopedia published in the united states. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Someone looking to purchase a world book encyclopedia can do so at many. What is a set of 1965 world book encyclopedias worth. Full complete set of 1962 world book encyclopedias. I have a complete set of 1967 world book encyclopedias. How much is a complete set of 1969 world book encyclopedias with year books. I have a complete set of the world book 75 anniversary edition. What is the value of1960 world book encyclopedia set answers. Determining the value of a set of encyclopedias or even a single volume isnt exceedingly difficult, but there is market variation. This page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. Outofdate encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves.
I asked a honduran gentleman what he wanted with a 1970 edition of world book encyclopedias. If you have an old set of collectible collier encyclopedias you might wonder if they have any value. While these old books really have no monetary value, the amount of information. Look below for feedback shared about the value of various encyclopedia sets. Etsy your place to buy and sell all things handmade. What is the value of1960 world book encyclopedia set. Old reference books such as encyclopedias may have some resale or collectors value. I grew up with the world book encyclopedia, not britannica. Buy the world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book encyclopedia online at alibris. Finding the value of old encyclopedia sets thriftyfun. The world book encyclopedia 1962 gi joe, world book encyclopedia, my memory.
I almost threw out a whole set of encyclopedias today and i decided to see how much it was worth. I have a complete set of 1958 world book encyclopedias. We took advantage of a gas price war in texarkana, arkansas to buy regular. Dec, 2019 this page is great place to look for the value of old encyclopedias. This collection includes a 1962 a through z 27 volume set, a set of yearbooks from 1963 to1969, a world atlas, and a pair of dictionaries.
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. Originally in 20 volumes, colliers was expanded to 24 volumes for a major revision in 1962. Book value is the value at which the assets of a business are carried on the companys books. The world book encyclopedia is the only general az print research source still published today. I have a complete set of, 116 of the golden book encyclopedia 1960 edition. How much is a entire set of 1962 encyclopedia americana worth. The encyclopedia, the company says, now lives beyond the book its volumes of knowledge are now dished up in a variety of online services, dvds, and mobile apps. Colliers encyclopedia american encyclopaedia britannica.
Your sounds very complete and although there are a few worldwide that have come up this complete this is a nice set. These are the books we are selling, not some stock photo like some use. 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. Well illustrated,elegant hardback set, wide ranging knowledge at the 1980. Shop the latest titles by world book encyclopedia at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. Whether you are proving a point during a dinnertable discussion or making sure of a fact for a homework assignment, answers are here. If you dont see your set listing, feel free to post a question. Pristine 24book set of britannica encyclopaedias from 1989. Book value, book value the current value of an asset. Youre seriously telling me that given a choice to refer to a 1962 eb. Make sure you know what you are getting these books are used. I noticed that there is absolutely no mention of the world book encyclopedia cycloteacher learning aid. Vintage 1962 world book encyclopedia complete set 27 books with study guide.
Ask a question here are the questions asked by community members. Out of date encyclopedia sets disappearing from shelves. Finding the value of world book encyclopedias thriftyfun. When my parents bought our familys first world book in 1964, it came with the childcraft set and the cycloteacher which i still have in working order. This is a page about finding the value of world book encyclopedias. A company representative said, that year, that thousands of print sets are still ordered annually, mostly by schools who use. The book value of a fixed asset is arrived at by subtracting accumulated depreciation from the cost of the asset. But the magazines, encyclopedias, and just plain dirty books were. A set with one book missing is even less valuable but. Depreciation reflec exchange value, exchange value refers to the power of purchasing other goods which the possession of an object conveys smith 1776 1960, p. You can get a 10yo encyclopedia set for almost nothing, and the world book puts out a new edition every year. The world book encyclopedia, 1994, set by world book. What is the value of a complete set of 1957 world book encyc. A 1986 world book qualifies as trash or recyclable materialno one will want it, i promise.
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