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How much for a set of encyclopedias?
Prices among reputable encyclopedia publishers range from about $300 to $1,499. Parents can bring those books within reach, however, by seeking out a number of discount programs or by scouring second-hand bookstores for an older set of encyclopedias.
What is Funk and Wagnalls?
Funk & Wagnalls was an American publisher known for its reference works, including A Standard Dictionary of the English Language (1st ed. 1893–5), and the Funk & Wagnalls Standard Encyclopedia (25 volumes, 1st ed. 1912). The last printing of Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia was in 1997.
Are old Funk and Wagnalls worth anything?
Most old dictionaries, references etc., have very little value-a few dollars at most. Encyclopedias dated after 1923 are essentially worthless but crafters may be interested for the old pictures.
Where can I sell old encyclopedia sets?
Search for your encyclopedias on sites such as Direct Textbook, Flipsy, Abe Books, Amazon, Ebay, and Craigslist to see what they’re currently selling for, then set your price accordingly. These sites also serve as vehicles for selling your encyclopedias, in addition to garage sales and flea markets.
What do I do with an old encyclopedia set?
Recycling encyclopedias Call your local library and ask if you may donate your set to be sold. Put it up for giveaway on freecycle.org. If they’re really old — say, more than 100 years — call a rare bookseller and ask if they’re worth anything. Find out if a local recycler takes them.
What do you do with old encyclopedia sets?
Are old encyclopedias worth money?
Though a lack of relevance renders most complete encyclopedia set values at less than $75, there are some rare editions that have historical value. Older sets of encyclopedias can carry excellent value as well, especially if they’re in good condition.
What is the value of a complete set of funk and Wagnalls?
What is the value of a complete set of Funk & Wagnalls Standard Reference E… What is the value of a complete set of Funk & Wagnalls Standard Reference Encyclopedia probably from 1969 Current values for these book is from $5 to $9 each However for an entire set from $70 to $90 depending on the condition that it is in.
When did the funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia come out?
1965 Funk And Wagnalls Standard Reference Encyclopedia Complete Set!!! Vintage Funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia Science Yearbook 1995-2003.
What’s the price of a 1983 Funk Encyclopedia?
Current average selling price for the entire set of 1983 version in good condition is $75 and below. This remains a decent price since some encyclopedias are sold lower than these by $50 or $40 and below.