Hard Cover. New York: Golden Press, 1962. collectthis97 (1,470) 100%. Paperback: Pictorial Wraps. Hardcover. Vinyl Records Value: Your Old Value Records Worth a Fortune, Vintage Stiffel Lamps: Value and Price Guide, Vintage Smith Corona Typewriter: History, Models, and Value, Vintage Schwinn Bikes: [Types, Identification, and Values], Vintage Rooster Cookie Jar Identification and Value Guide, Three Little Kittens, by Marie Simchow Stern, Mother Goose, by Phyllis Fraser, illus. Richard Scarry, This Little Piggy and Other Counting Rhymes, by Phyllis Cerf Wagner, illus. The dust jacket is in very good condition, with two areas of missing paper on the binding ends. Rare. The book tells the classic fairy tale of Tom Thumb, in which a young boy embarks on a series of fantastic adventures. My father used to read to me A Little Golden book as a child in the early 1960s. 5 Roads to Nuremberg Ray Slattery 1st Edition 1962 Collectable Rare Vintage Book. The attached scan gives a better idea of condition. This retelling of the story of the birth of Jesus was first published in 1952 and its still in print today. The "belongs to" box has been filled in. We were up in Racine Wisconsin and saw a beautiful Golden Book display at one of the rest stops along the highway of all places. The iconic, golden bordered board books are a familiar sight for most Americans as we've been clutching Little Golden Books in our chubby little hands since 1942. The most valuable Little Golden Books, however, can cost over $200. Its spine is made of plain paper, unlike the golden foil versions produced in the pre-war years. 8vo., unpaginated, color & b& white illustrations by Eloise Wilkin. Simon & Schuster, New York, 1943. This example, for sale through a bookshop in Selkirk, New York, is in very good condition overall. If youre considering selling your Little Golden Books, there are a few things you should keep in mind: With a little effort, you can ensure that your Little Golden Book sells for the best possible price. The delicate dust wrapper is almost perfect, without any rips or stains. Paris: Deux Coqs d'Or, 1987. Original orange cloth lettered in black. Although some of its pages have some slight spotting, the book is in good condition. Dust-jacket, priced 3/6. Minor remains of a rusty paperclip (only visible at the backside of the paper). Picture 1 of 3. In good condition, a first edition can sell for over $100. Fine/No Jacket. Featuring iconic artwork and beloved stories, Little Golden Books quickly became best-sellers. It is unclipped. The fewer copies there are, the rarer the book is, and the higher its value. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall . Hardcover. Thanks!! Interestingly, the value of little golden books can vary greatly from one copy to the next. Jann. The hardcover book tells its stories to kids under the age of 8 in English. Today, Little Golden Books are highly collectible. $424.15. The series was an instant success, and it included titles such as: In the 75 years since their debut, these Little Golden Books have become a cherished part of childhood for generations of kids. LGB The Little Red Hen. 1. How Can I Determine the Edition of Little Golden Books? I pick up vintage Little Golden Books quite often. Sell on bidorbuy Daily Deals Stores Promotions. The first 12 little golden bookswere published in September 1942 and were released to stores the following month. Designed for children aged 4 to 8 years, the Little Golden Book tells its stories in English and focuses on dolls. These books were published by Simon & Schuster and sold in sets of 12 tiny books presented in a beautifully illustrated box. If you feel there is a question we have not answered, please leave it in the comment section. Book : The book is square . Best Ever Little Golden Books. This Little Piggy was a collection of 37 rhymes that helped children learn to count. As mentioned above, after about 1970, the publisher began putting the copyright dates and printing numbers on the title page. Or fastest delivery Thu, Feb 16. 7 x Little Golden & Happy Day Books - Faith, Sharing, Bible Stories (Lot 19) The original first edition is becoming increasingly difficult to find, and it typically sells for around $130.00. Gain access to my Member Library when you subscribe The illustrated covers are bright, with light wear and handling. For books published from 1947 to 1970, the edition number is located on the last page in the lower right-hand corner, with each letter of the alphabet corresponding to a specific edition. or Best Offer. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 . Little Golden Books. When trying to determine whether you own a first edition, one clue to look for is a letter hidden in the lower right corner of the last page. According to the seller, the vintage childrens book is currently in good condition with no tears or marks. in box. Personally, we think that knowing who owned and loved it adds to its charm. I loved that book as a child but it belonged to the school. One of the things young readers loved about Little Golden Books was the chance to write their own names inside. I dont have any valued beyond their cover price. Racine, Wisconsin: Golden Press. And the series of Little Golden Books released in 1942 today hold a special place in many hearts. Free shipping for many products! Best Offer: Make offer. Whats the Difference Between Vintage And Antique ? Have a great day! Measures 2.75 inches tall and 2.875 inches wide. No dustjacket. It didnt take long for Disney to jump onto the LGB bandwagon. It was published in 1951, the year after Cinderella hit cinema screens, saving Disney from bankruptcy. Introducing Brother Cadfael. RARE Stoddart Aircraft Model C Deluxe Tri-Lock Tripod In CW-218/ URM-17 Bag TuosistBook. Very Good/Good +. 1939. Published in 1946, it was written by Gertrude Crampton and beautifully illustrated by Tibor Gergely. Very Good/No Jacket. This edition has its dust jacket, in good condition except for a minor tear at the bottom, near the spine. And so treasured was it by a past owner, that they had their own Morocco leather box made for it in the style of an antiquarian volume. Today, thousands of Little Golden Books exist. Coles Little Treehouse promotion launches on July 29. So far numbered on cover from 1 to 68. flag. With their expertise, they should be able to give you a better idea of how much your book is worth. Hardcover. Little Golden Books were cheap to make, used little paper, were durable in the hands of children and -- best of all -- they were inexpensive, a very popular feature given the frugality of the war years. Free postage. The attached scan gives a better idea of condition, but please note that our scanner reproduces the shiny gold as a dark grey. 8vo). According to the seller, the Little Golden Book is in excellent condition and does not show any signs of damage, tears, or creases. The seller notes that it has very minimal damage to the cover and the inside pages have minimal pencil underlining. Very Good/No Jacket. Good luck! And while theres no dustjacket, the boards are in good condition, with only minor wear to the edges. One way to tell if you have a first or later edition, is to see if there are any books with higher numbers than yours. Edgewear to jacket. The seller notes that the book is in good condition, with only minor wear to its corners and edges. $11.90 shipping. From 1971 to 1991, the edition letter was moved to the left bottom corner of the first or second page. It tells the story of Ukelele, a young girl living on a Polynesian island. The line was something like, The sky was blue and pink and yellow, And little Sally was going to the fair! I am pretty sure this was an LGB my sister and I had when we were very young. Prior to that, the edition would be listed on the first or second page of the book. Bambi, #D90, 1941, 1973, 35th printing, value: $4-6.00. Hardcover. Thanks for the pin!! Written by Walt Disney, the Little Golden Book tells its stories in English. Good luck! When we checked online for the Little Golden Books value, we found two different listings on eBay. Buy and sell almost anything on Gumtree classifieds. at the best online prices at eBay! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for VINTAGE LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK - GASTON AND JOSEPHINE - 1948 RARE TITLE! You can see the cover on my website, goldenbookguy.com. In 2011, a 1950s edition of Donald Ducks Adventure, with a Walt Disney signature, sold for $900 at auction. Affordable alternative - The Harry Abrams 1977 deluxe illustrated edition, with artwork from Arthur Rankin Jr and Jules Bass, is gorgeous, and prices range from $90 to $350. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I bought them because I personally loved them as a kid and I have three new grandbabies , Sounds like quite a purchase Teresa! Thanks to their affordability and timeless stories, they are sure to remain a cherished part of childhood for generations to come. Read the rules here. This was very interesting Diana. Check out our rare golden books selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our children's books shops. Pages are rather marked with pronounced tanning and foxing, plus thumbing. Very Good. Ten Things You Didnt Know about Little Golden Books Here, at last, is a comprehensive listing of all English-language titles from both the USA and Australia though many have been translated into French (Petit livre d'or) and Spanish (Pequeno Libro De Oro) including most cover variants and known publication information. Diana, thanks SO much for this post! In this detailed guide, we have taken a deeper look at some of the most expensive Little Golden Books. The most valuable Little Golden Books are those featuring iconic characters or classic stories. Please Note: This book has been transferred to Between the Covers from another database and might not be described to our usual standards. Item information. Ten Things You Didnt Know about Little Golden Books, https://adirondackgirlatheart.com/kitchen. Collectors have paid thousands for rare and ultra-rare minis in previous offers, with one Golden Stikeez selling for more than $20,000 on eBay. Written by Selma Robinson, Betsy McCall was published in 1973. Later Printing . Inside, the pages are crisp and bright, with no age toning to impair the delightful illustrations by Gertrude Elliott. Free shipping. Price: AU $15.00. 1978 - 16th printing- vintage Bedtime Stories - Little Red Riding Hood - book: very good - all pages are clean and unmarked - edge wear on boards good for age - pages show some toning at edges - ELEMENT: includes a little red riding hood/big bad wolf as grandma flip doll - doll is professionally sewn with intricate details. BTW I never heard back from you about the Lancaster Co cookbook that I emailed you about a week or so ago. In fact, Brown wrote The Color Kittens, published in 1949. Enjoy access to my private Member Library, including price guides, printables & tutorials.Read my Privacy PolicyHERE. Loved it adds to its charm Cerf Wagner, illus a better idea condition. I pick up vintage Little Golden book tells its stories to kids under the age of 8 in.. 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