Vintage & First Edition Books

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As the owner of a book collection, you probably have at least some idea of the value of your collection. A true labor of love, your collection has likely been curated over the course of years, each book or set chosen with care. As time goes on, however, circumstances change, and now you may have reason to look into selling your book collection. You may have even heard about the convenience of selling rare books online. However, if you aren’t very familiar with the process, you may have some questions about how it all works.

How Much Are Rare Books Worth?

The first question you probably have is about how much your books are worth. Truly rare books can be worth quite a lot, actually. It’s not unheard of for the right book to be valued at well over $100,000. The value of a book depends on multiple factors. Its condition, edition, provenance, the presence of any signatures or inscriptions, craftsmanship, and any significant historical importance it has will all impact the value of a rare book.

Rare Books: Frequently Asked Questions

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How Do I Get My Books To You?

Once you’ve decided you want to sell your books to us, arrangements need to be made for us to receive the books. The good news is that this is super easy for you. If we’ve decided to buy your collection, we’ll pick it up; you don’t need to worry about shipping or anything.

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Is There A Minimum Requirement For Each Bid I Submit?

Generally speaking, Cash For Your Books will only accept book collections that contain a minimum of 200 books. The more books, the more money you’re likely to get in exchange for your collection.

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Should I Sell My Books?

Deciding whether or not to sell your rare books online can be tough, especially if the collection was yours originally. There may be a great deal of sentimental value in the books themselves that can make letting them go especially difficult. That said, it shouldn’t hurt to at least find out what your rare books are worth. Sometimes getting a feel for how much your rare books are worth can make the decision-making process a little easier. If you aren’t using them, selling them can be a great way to get some extra cash in your pocket and take some space back in your home.

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What Condition Do My Books Need To Be In?

The more pristine the condition of the book is, the better. Books that are in better condition are better for you to sell since they increase the likelihood that we’ll accept the collection. Being in better condition also means the books are worth more, which means more money ends up in your pocket.

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What Kind Of Books Can I Sell?

Ultimately, you can sell any kind of book you want as long as someone is willing to buy it. As far as Cash For Your Books is concerned, we deal in large collections or collections that contain unusually rare or valuable books.

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