Volume 1 1888-1889

[TD]

I was wondering if anyone knew a value of this edition? It is a hard bound copy in excellent condition. Also have many more hardbound copies ranging from 1910 to 1920s. Have many regular editions from 1920s to 2008.

[Dale]

Just we aware that this bound volume is more likely to be a 1964 reprint edition, which is worth between $200-$400.

I was just looking up a website www.dbmagazine.com/cmopg1924/natgeo.html that provides a price list for original magazines. I can't be sure, but guess this data is at least 6 years old so out of date. Generally I found that the prices have at least doubled since then - probably mainly thanks to eBay. It quotes a good quality first edition 1888 Vol1 - 1 single magazine at $11,000, or for all first issues in Volume 1 for a total of about $25,200. A bound volume would be worth less than this, but don't forget these are 2002 prices, so should be at least doubled. So, I would guess a reasonably good bound Volume 1, including the Asheville map, would be worth $25k to $30k today. I'd be interested in what others think, since I've never even seen a Volume 1 magazine!

Let me know if you have an original edition!

[TD]

Thanks for the info Dale. I took a closer look at this edition and found reprint on lower middle of page. Can't believe I overlooked it before. Wishful thinking I guess. I'll enjoy having it regardless of it not being an original copy. Thanks again for your help, have a good day.

[Nick]

Yeah, thanks for that info:) I was actually just going to start a thread asking whether bound magazines are worth less than the loose editions, but you answered my question. Looking through old posts does pay off! Haha.