Books described as ex library, with all the usual markings or similar language may contain some or all of the characteristic defacements shown below. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Significantly more childrens books were sold to libraries then than were sold to the public, and since collectors are all about replicating an original experience, ex library copies do not offend at all and sometimes compete favorably with non ex libraries without dust jackets because many authors were first encountered in libraries. Here, the top ten factors to consider when valuing books according to richard austin. Thank you patrons of saddleback college library in mission viejo, california. An ex library edition, not to be confused with a library binding, which doesnt have the jackets and is made specifically for libraries, has the library that had it in circulation stamped somewhere on the book. It features blackandwhite photographs and includes an. I dont object to exlibrary copies, because i like owning books that. Book in very good condition, with light wear to covers. We have thousands of rare and antique treasures brought to you by our network of trusted sellers from all around the world.
This coveted wartime good housekeeping cook book is a gold mine of information. Get the best deal for exlibrary books from the largest online selection at. Regardless of condition, refer to your book as an exlibrary copy if it contains library markings or originated at a library. Tmll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Please only add books who are on this list with the right cover. Grading books collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition. Book collecting has long been a popular hobby, and it continues to grow in popularity. Buy the official blackbook price guide to united states postage stamps by marc hudgeons, tom hudgeons, sr.
Significantly more childrens books were sold to libraries then than were sold to the public, and since collectors are all about replicating an original experience, exlibrary copies do not offend at all and sometimes compete favorably with nonexlibraries without dust jackets because many authors were first encountered in libraries. Keep in mind that especially old or rare books may still be highly valuable even with considerable damage. For many collectors this is the minimum acceptable condition for all but the rarest items. Collectors have varied reactions to the exlibrary copy, and its important to make an informed decision before you add exlibrary copies to your. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Exlibrary paperback books for sale shop with afterpay. This guide showcases the wide variety of patterns made under the art nouveau aesthetic, highlighting more than 100 glittering. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. If these have been removed, they may leave behind glue stains or torn and abraded paper. While some of the information at the front of the book will be helpful to new collectors, i believe the scarcity of color photographs and the placement of stamp images on pages far removed from the stamp descriptions make this a poor reference guide. We only offer carefully selected,quality books,in this category.
I have a basement full of old, outofprint books my father in law was a book collector, but many of them are exlibrary most collectors do not want exlibrary books and more then a few are just old and outdatedobsolete. Including collector items related to elbert hubbard, founder of the roycroft shops has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. V shakespeares theatre disc for sale rare antiques. The supplying library will benefit financially from your purchase. Rare antique german 50 pfenning 1920s coin and unc stamp world war 2 and 1 artifacts. If youve taken up rare book collecting, youve probably encountered the phrase exlibrary copy or seen the shorthand exlib in a book description. Foxed foxingbrown spotting of the paper caused by a chemical reaction, generally found in 19th century books, particularly in steel engravings of the period. These books often gravitate into the hands of used booksellers and end up for sale on online marketplaces such as abebooks. Library 1927 for sale historical memorabilia collectibles.
Public libraries sometimes add an identifying bookplate to their books. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition. A modern guide edited by jean peters according to its pocket, the book was checked out four times since november 1979. The normal stamps and labels may be present and the front flysheet has been tidily removed. Alibris is one of the premier rare and outofprint book sites on the internet. Mywingsbooks exlibrary books, markings illustrated. Exlibrary paperback books for sale shop with afterpay ebay. An exlibrary copy is a book that once belonged to an institutional or public library. The official blackbook price guide to united states postage. Exlibrispublica depreciation of rarevaluable books library repair.
Sinous and elegant, art nouveau style found a natural expression in jewelry. How to clean and repair exlibrary books bibliology. If the ex library sometimes abbreviated ex lib designation applies, it should always be included in the books description. Alibris is one of the premier rare and out of print book sites on the internet. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. An exlibrary book and may have standard library read more.
A new edition of this mass market paperback gets printed every year. First edition ex library books are not considered collectible within the hobby. The official blackbook price guide to united states. Ex library books are generally undesirable, due to the fact that they have usually have been stamped, taped, glued, and subjected to other indignities, such as the application of a card pocket. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition childrens. Mainly books this week classics and collectiblesand. Books discarded from library collections are not generally considered collectible. The swelling outlines of a vine, the graceful arc of a swan, and the profiles of serene feminine faces are some of the more familiar motifs. Exlibrary copies must always be designated as such no matter what the condition of the book. According to amazon guidelines, exlib books cannot be listed as collectible. It generally bears the marks of the library, which may take the form of stamps, embossed seals, written call numbers, or even a gluedin pocket for a checkout card. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Possible ex library copy, will have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Amazon guidelines also state that a used good book may include from the library of labels, but technically perhaps that does not include public libraries.
Exlibrary books come with tons of stickers, and if youre like me it will drive you nuts. Wartime 1944 good housekeeping cook book, illustrated. Since condition is vital for collectors, you are going to come across books with. Note that the term ex libris means from the library of. Virginia explains what an exlibrary edition book is and how it can work in your.
We specialize in making it easier for you to get the books. Books that have been circulated in public libraries, exlibrary or exlib books, as they are generally referred to within the hobby, have very little collectible. Booksellers use standard terms to describe the condition. 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. An exlibrary book is a book that once belonged to a public library or institution and has been discarded after being deemed no longer useful. Its not enough that a book be rare, there has to be a demand for it, too. An exlibrary edition, not to be confused with a library binding, which doesnt have the jackets and is made specifically for libraries, has the library that had it in. Oct 31, 2015 learn what an ex library edition book is and whether you want them in your book collection. The official price guide to collecting books, 6th edition.
Listing any library book as very good seems a very dubious practice. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Mywingsbooks exlibrary books, bindings illustrated. In 1845 the catholic publisher edward dunigan of new york inaugurated his dunigans home library series of religious and moral works for popular reading. Petrettis cocacola collectibles price guide 0870696270. Collectors value books because they are in good condition think comic. Best collectors library books vote here for you favorite collectors library hardback books. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Featuring our broad catalog of v shakespeares theatre disc available for buying right now on the internet. Possible ex library copy, thatall have the markings and stickers associated from the library. A friends of the library sale is also the obvious place to find exlibrary copies.
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You can try peeling the stickers off slowly, if you see the sticker starting to tear then move on to a different corner. Exlibrary indicates that the book was once in a public library. Exlibrary books are usually identified with some marking of the library a stamp, a card pocket, or catalog number. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. Home cards sport baseball cards modern 1990 1999 1990 collectabooks collectabooks no longer gradeauthentic 124 of 94. Here are some ways to get rid of those stickers so your books will match your collection a little bit better. First edition books without dust jackets, when one was originally issued, have a greatly reduced market value, however they do have some collectible interest.
Oct 05, 2014 an exlibrary copy is a book that once belonged to an institutional or public library. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. First edition exlibrary books are not considered collectible within the hobby. Petrettis cocacola collectibles price guide 0870696270 by. Used good, usually ships in 12 business days, spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Learn what an exlibrary edition book is and whether you want them in your book collection. Get the best deal for ex library books from the largest online selection at. Use the search box above to find fond treasures from your childhood or that one book that has escaped your collection thus far.
Craig gives a good example of the kind of book he wants and is happy to get from exlibrary sources. Use binding copy to refer to a book whose pages are in decent condition but which requires a new binding. Rare books for sale, buy antique books from alibris. Could be an exlibrary copy, textual, margin notes, highlighting possible. In this article on removing library markings from books, renowned book care expert bern marcowitz attacks the problem with aplomb and naturally a hair dryer. Collectors have varied reactions to the exlibrary copy, and its important to make an informed decision before you add exlibrary copies to your own personal library. If the buyer doesnt care about pristine condition he might care about getting an out of print book on a subject of interest. If the exlibrary sometimes abbreviated exlib designation applies, it should always be included in the books description. A shorttitle catalogue of books printed in england barnebys. In addition, it may have been damaged by careless library patrons. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. Sometimes it is possible find lightly used exlibrary books. Biggest assortment of ex library at hard to beat prices. Dust jacket has light wear to corners and scuffing overall, see picture.
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