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Whether you have grand old hardcover books or first edition classics, it is important to know their value so that you can both correctly insure them or sell them. Old books can be very valuable, if in a good condition. If you wonder, \u2018what to do with your old books<\/a>\u2019 or \u2018where can I sell my books?<\/a>\u2018, Bookscouter has the answer.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Not all books are worth a lot,\u00a0book buyback pricing<\/a>\u00a0has a lot of nuances, and the best way to check if your old books are worth money is to see how many similar copies are currently on the market. When looking at old book values, there are a few factors to consider. Let\u2019s take a closer look. Firstly, when comparing your book with other used book prices online, it is important to ensure that it is a like-for-like comparison to get the best idea of a possible price. At first glance, the copies may be similar; however, look closely at the edition number, the book’s condition, dust covers and reprints. A difference in any of these can impact its worth. Whether a book is in a good condition or not is one of the most telling factors in determining its value. If the book you intend to sell is significantly damaged, its value will be significantly reduced, even in the rarest of books. See\u00a0how to judge the book condition<\/a> and how to clean used books<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n In general, the majority of hardback books that have been published in the last 100 years originally included a dust cover. This cover is not only to protect the book but also to decorate it with a beautiful illustration or design. The dust cover will also need to be in good condition to get the highest price for a book; without it, the value of your book may plummet as much as 50%. Your book may be a reprint, and you might not know it. Many publishers often reprint popular books in more affordable editions to make them accessible for the mass market. These publishers often use the original printing plates, so they can be difficult to spot. However, one great way to tell is to compare the name of the publisher on the spine of the book to the title page. If these are different, then your book will be a reprint. Even if your book has the first words ‘first edition’<\/strong> on the front cover, it does not guarantee that it is first published in the first batch of books. This is because publishing companies<\/a> each use their own system to mark first editions. It is not uncommon for mistakes to happen, and the words’ first edition’ are not removed from the printing history as other editions are published. Additionally, book club editions also use original printing plates from the publisher, meaning that the words’ first edition’ will also be printed again.<\/p>\n Therefore, the only way to truly identify the first edition is through the number line. There are guides that can help you work out if your first edition is real. See the comprehensive guide on\u00a0how to tell if a book is a first edition<\/a>\u00a0from BookScouter. One of the factors that impact old book prices is the demand<\/strong> for such books. If you find too many copies of the one that you are intending to sell online, then that may signal that the market is saturated, meaning that it will be more difficult to make a sale. You may also find that cost of your book will decrease if there is no demand for it.<\/p>\n If you cannot see any books online that match the book that you have, it may be worth taking it for an old book appraisal, where an expert will establish its value.<\/p>\n To help find the value of your old books, there are many price comparison websites that can help. Bookscouter<\/a> is a great option, as all the information that you need can be accessed easily. Using the search box on the website, add in the title and author of the book.<\/p>\n It is also recommended that you check the inside cover of the book<\/strong>, in order to identify who published the edition that you have. Add the publisher name into your search but ensure that you leave out labels such as limited or company as these can change often.<\/p>\n You may also be asked for your book\u2019s\u00a0publication date<\/strong>, as this will help determine the edition and how rare it is. If you have a rough idea of when it was published, you can add a date range such as 1910-1920, or you can enter the exact year of publication if you know this. Check out the article on\u00a0where to sell antique and rare books<\/a>\u00a0from BookScouter.<\/p>\n Additionally, you will need to enter any details on what the book looks like \u2013 whether it is a hardback<\/strong> or softback<\/strong>, if it has a dust jacket and the condition it is in or if it is a signed<\/a> edition. If the book is newer and published after 1970, it will also have an ISBN<\/a> number that can be entered that will help confirm the details.<\/p>\n You will then be presented with a number of used book values for similar books<\/strong> and will be able to compare their details and listings with your own. Look for the one that is most similar to your edition and read the description of their condition to check that these match also. This will give you a good estimated price for your book to help give you an idea of how much that you could sell it for. If you are looking to insure a book, however, you will need a more accurate estimation. To get this, it is important that you visit an expert for a formal appraisal. Most rare book shops will be able to do this for you. If you are looking to find who buys old books, Bookscouter can also help with this.<\/p>\n Instead of simply searching ‘sell old books near me’, choose a company with a great reputation. On Bookscouter, you can search for the book that you are looking to sell. You will then be presented with offers for your product. So why not try it out today? See how much you can make.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you have grand old hardcover books or first edition classics, it is important to know their value so that you can both correctly insure them or sell them. Old books can be very valuable, if in a good condition. 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What Old Books Are Worth Money?<\/h2>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\n1. Like for Like Comparison<\/h3>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\n2. Book Condition<\/h3>\n
3. Dust Covers<\/h3>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\n4. Reprints<\/h3>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\n5. Later Editions<\/h3>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\n6. Is Your Book In Demand?<\/h3>\n
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\n<\/a><\/p>\nHow Do I Find The Value Of Old Books?<\/h2>\n
\n<\/a><\/p>\nWhere Can I Sell My Old Books?<\/h2>\n