This is the first printing of the first edition. Let me know if you would like me to check out the inside story. . Its for sale by a bookseller in Long Beach, California, for a little over $300. Quarto Size [approx 24cm x 30.5cm]. It is unclipped. These inexpensive hardcover books were published by Simon & Schuster and originally sold for only $0.25 each. And aside from some shelf wear, the boards are in good condition as well. Youll have fun going through them Im sure, and reading them to those grandbabies will be amazing , Your email address will not be published. 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. First published in 1942, Little Golden Books have remained a beloved part of childhood for generations. This particular copy is the first printing of the first edition. Featuring iconic artwork and beloved stories, Little Golden Books quickly became best-sellers. Hardcover. Can you identify it? Biblio is a registered trademark of Biblio, Inc. Help Support Independent Used Book Stores, Noises and Mr. Flibberty-Jib (A Little Golden Book), Gordon's Jet Flight (Little Golden Activity Book A 48), Yakky Doodle and Chopper Little Golden Books 449), Le Petit Pioui, Chien De Cirque (Petit Livre d'Or 329) (English Title: Little Peewee), Five Bedtime Stories (A Big Golden Book 8002) (5), Comptez De 1 a 10 Au Supermarch (French version of Ten Items or Less -- A Little Golden Book), Three Little Kittens (Little Golden Book #1, 5th Printing in Dust Jacket), Tibor Gergely's Great Big Book of Bedtime Stories, Hansel and Gretel (Little Golden Book 17), Leave It To Beaver (Little Golden Books 347), Three Fairy Tales (Read Together Series; Book 4), Walt Disney's Cinderella's Friends - A Little Golden Book, Le Petit Chat Qui Croyait Etre Une Souris (Un Petit Livre d'Or 309) (French Translation of: The Kitten Who Thought He Was A Mouse). GEORGE BUDAY'S TWELTH Little Book (Very Rare 1955) - $62.96. That makes it as early an example of a Little Golden Book as youll find. But none of that is what makes the real difference to this books price. Finding a first edition of this title is rare enough in itself. And it still has the wooden jigsaw puzzle that was included as an extra at the back of the book. Published in 1974, Tales from Walt Disney was written for children between the ages of 4 and 8 years. at the best online prices at eBay! One of the few 1st editions currently available in the market, the Little Golden Book is in good condition. Good +/No Jacket. Entdecke Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal HC A Little Golden Book #1-1ST NM 2019 Stockdatei in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! From 1971 to 1991, the edition letter was moved to the left bottom corner of the first or second page. and find thisLittle Golden Book Price Guide: Sources Informative Text, Illustrated With B/W Photographs. The Little Golden Book Collectors siterates books on a scale of 1 to 5: Mint, Fine, Good, Poor, Junk. All corners of flaps are clipped. In the 50s, the publisher developed several volumes that containedinteractive features, like Circus Time with its rotating wheel (above), and other volumes with puzzlesor paints. Wrapper : The wrapper on this copy is bright, unfaded and complete. It is this signature that makes this so desirable to collectors of both Disney memorabilia and books. With zero missing or damaged pages, Alberts Zoo is selling at $60. Hardcover. Dating back to 1994, Babys Day Out was written by John Hughes. The Little Golden Book Wagon Train, a first edition book authored by Emily Broun, is selling at $138.69 in good condition. POOR CONDITION Children's book. On the far left you see a fairly early back, listing just twenty-five books. Currently listed on eBay, the Little Golden Books value is $66.40. $599. Today, the most valuable Little Golden Books sell at prices as high as $200. Both Margaret Wise Brown (of Goodnight Moon fame) and Richard Scary (of Busytown fame) have published numerous LGBs. New York: Scribner's, 1939. I bought them because I personally loved them as a kid and I have three new grandbabies , Sounds like quite a purchase Teresa! Have a great day! Fiction Books & Fiction Golden Books, Rare Goosebumps Books, Big Little Books Antiquarian & Collectible Books, Ex-Library Fiction & Books, 4 Children's History of Beasts Book Dated 1835. All this makes this book a very rare find. Tammy dates back to 1963 and was authored by Kathleen Daly. Hunt for The Hobbit. Was: $499.00. The illustrations are colorful and whimsical, making the book a delight to read. Today I wanted to talk about a collectible that has almost universal appeal:Little Golden Books (LGBs). And its price reflects its rarity. I just went to check my Golden Books. Ukelele has a wooden doll, but when British traders arrive, they give her a new china doll. Great find AJ!! The book itself is a first edition and its in immaculate condition. Clean, has a good binding, no marks or notations. Thanks for the pin!! 1976 to 1985. While modern reprints are still widely available, they lack the same nostalgic appeal as the originals. By Scott, ALADDIN AND HIS MAGIC LAMP #371 Little Golden Book, The Lone Ranger and Tonto, With Signed Clayton Moore Photo & Card, With COA, Our Wonderful World: The Little Golden Books Library, The Golden Book of Fairy Tales (Little Golden Book #9, 3rd Printing in Dust Jacket). First published in 1942, these small, affordable books quickly became a mainstay in homes and libraries across America. Good luck! $13.04. Facebook Marketplace is a convenient way to reach local buyers who are interested in collecting or nostalgia. The pictorial covers are fresh, with minor wear at tips and corners. This appears never to have been removed. Very Good/Good. Very Good/No Jacket. Im hoping someone may be able to help me. What makes this book valuable is that it hasnt been re-issued, because it shows a little boy with a gun, which isnt socially acceptable these days. 3rd printing. Sell on bidorbuy Daily Deals Stores Promotions. Pictorial Cover. GIFT QUALITY Trust an experienced independent bookseller since 1988. 1945 New York: Simon & Schuster. This Little Piggy was a collection of 37 rhymes that helped children learn to count. Image Credit: Valuable Little Golden Books. This lovely book aimed to introduce younger readers to different flowers. Given its condition and provenance, the book represents a sound investment for any collector of childrens literature. With an initial series of twelve titles each having a print run of 50,000 copies, the first Little Golden Books were priced at a very affordable 25 cents each. Mild wear. Very Good/No Jacket. it brings you great pleasure. Paperback. I wish I could help you out Leanne, but Im not familiar with that book. Cream-colored boards with color pictorial on front cover. Its on sale for $7,600. . Later Printing . The stories seem to be reprints of Little Golden Book titles published previously in the US. Would anyone know of this book. Manage your privacy settings. The fewer copies there are, the rarer the book is, and the higher its value. If you were a child of the 80s or 90s, theres a good chance that you read Little Golden Books. A UK first edition, first impression. Sadly, the cut-out airplane parts for an American Airlines 707 Astrojet are gone. The interior of the book is crisp and clean, showing only occasional signs of use. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall . Read the rules here. I really enjoyed this post Diane and of course I wish I still had all the Golden Books that I had as a child. Designed for children aged 4 to 8 years, the Little Golden Book tells its stories in English and focuses on dolls. A pristine copy will be worth more than one that is well-loved but battered. The "Belongs To" box has been filled in, and the paper has darkended slightly, but there is no writing or damage. My Little Golden Book about Betty White - by Deborah Hopkinson (Hardcover) Little Golden Books. For example: However, these are some of the more expensive examples. In addition, selling locally can help you avoid the hassle of shipping the books yourself. Alice In Wonderland Meets The White Rabbit #105-50 1951 11. The interior of the book is clean and tight, with light wear only. The super rare edition is golden and has the words "super rare" incorporated into the front cover. The jacket is Little Golden Book, 1971. No dustjacket. Written in English, the childrens book features a hardcover binding. I have loads of Little Golden Books from my own childhood and some from my own kids childhoods as well though I have tried to make sure they had those to use with their own children, some slipped through the cracks. I hope you had a great weekend. Im going to get them out of the bonus room and see just what I have. As a result, collectors are willing to pay a premium for books that are in good condition. Later Printing . Picture Information. Mr. Meyers Cow (1950s by Miss Frances) Introducing Brother Cadfael. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for VINTAGE LITTLE GOLDEN BOOK - MAKE WAY FOR THE THRUWAY - EX CONDITION!! TuosistBook. Hardcover. Over the years many vintage Little Golden Books have become worn, damaged, or even lost their covers. Written by Walt Disney, the Little Golden Book tells its stories in English. The Animals of Farmer Jones Thanks!! I also love to collect Rand McNally, the Jr Elf books, and the Whitman Tell-A-Tale books. As with all books, condition is key to value. The most valuable Golden Books are those from the first few years of production, known as first editions. The crucial element here is what appears inside the signature of Walt Disney. Often, books that are most precious are those that relate to our own memories. First edition books by well-known authors and illustrators can be especially valuable. The poem is written on a piece of large quarto sized blank paper with a 'Macadam Bond' watermark with . The illustrated cover is bright, with just a bit of wear to corners and spine. Very good. The focus here was primarily on cultivated species found in gardens, rather than wildflowers. Unpaginated . I am looking for a childrens book that may or may not have been an LGB. The Little Golden Books' well-known characters or timeless tales are the most treasured. I will be watching at sales for sure. Picture 1 of 11. The Little Golden Books were printed in September 1942 and for sale in stores in October. It has not sold yet. But I guess the old ones, like this one about how a rhinoceros learns to make friends, will always be my favorite. And both age and condition are key to their value. 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. Similarly, Craigslist is also a good option for finding local buyers. Adirondack Girl @ Heart is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Free postage. For books published from 1942 to 1946, the edition number can be found on the first or second page. Special Clothbound Edition. -- Light edge wear to the extremities, Top edge near the middle of the front cover has rubbed spot to the cloth (see photo). Animals on the Farm (37) $79.00. One of the things young readers loved about Little Golden Books was the chance to write their own names inside. B" (2nd) Printing . While any vintage Little Golden Book is sure to be a valuable addition to your collection, some are more sought-after than others. However, an especially well-preserved copyrecently sold for $142.50 at auction. Colour illustrations by Gergely. Racine, Wisconsin: Golden Press. 8vo. Its available from Bluff Parks Rare Books, a California bookseller with a number of rare editions of Little Golden Books. from United States. The first 12 little golden bookswere published in September 1942 and were released to stores the following month. Hardcover. Little Golden Books were first introduced in 1942 at the price of just 25 cents each. The brown cloth covers are also clean, with light wear visibile to edges and corners. To get a more accurate estimate of your books value, youll need to take it to a local pawn shop or collectibles dealer. When Western Publishing debuted Little Golden Books in the 1940s, the success was immediate. LGB The Hug Book. A Guide to Little Golden Books [1st Editions & Values]. Bambi, #D90, 1941, 1973, 35th printing, value: $4-6.00. Take a stab at guessing and be entered to win a $50 Biblio gift certificate! The gold spine strip, which looks dark in the accompanying scan, is actually still shiny. I dont have any valued beyond their cover price. . The Golden Egg Book (A Little Golden Book) by Margaret Wise Brown $ 3. Hardcover. Include information about the condition of the book, as well as any special features or editions that make it unique. One of the collectibles with an affordable Little Golden Books value, Uncle Mistletoe is currently selling at $60. The books popularity turned it into one of the best-selling childrens books in the 20th century. Disponible ahora en Iberlibro.com - Hardcover - Ward Lock, London - 1934 - 1st Edition - Dust Jacket Included - The first book by the author of The Golden Fluid, contains fantastic elements, including a gem with occult powers. Even so, this is great find for any collector of Little Golden Books. While this may seem like a steep price, it is actually quite reasonable for a book of this rarity. The first edition Little Golden Book tells its stories to children in the English language and is available in hardcover format. They are a great collectible and fun too. - Very Good+ - Stated First Edition. This is the first edition, and together with its illustrious autograph, its worth a serious amount of money. A Little Golden Book titled The Little Trapper, first edition from 1950 by Kathryn and Byron Jackson can go for $137. 25 Most Valuable Books to Look for at Thrift Stores, 24 Most Valuable Denim Days Figurines (Complete Value Guide), 1. Sponsored. Doctor Dan: The Bandage Manis also a rare Little Book worth around $3,000. Simon & Schuster, 1945. The illustrated covers are bright, again with light wear at tips and corners. Our Flag (Little Golden Book) Memling, Carl. In good condition, a first edition can sell for over $100. Vintage 1962 We Help Daddy Miniature Golden Book Little # 14 - RARE. Help 010 005 6200 or Best Offer. My Little Golden Book collection is the oldest and most loved of all of my many collections.  Little Golden Books (LGBs) were first introduced in 1942.  Prior to this time, most children's books were not of a "kid friendly Corinne Malvern, The Alphabet from A to Z, by Leah Gale, illus. 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