Current Market Value-Experts assess yours, or other's collectible King item

[Cwalker]

Thanks very much for the welcome and the words. It's nice to know that there are others who also appreciate paperbacks. I won't take up the space here, as it is way off topic, but if you like my story, you should hear my wife's King connected story. WAY cooler than mine. .

Teaser much?

The edit: changed my mood to Brooding because i live 20 minuets from Bridgton, and didn't see the notice for todays signing until a day or so after it was announced. Can you say "sold out?". Been brooding all day. Brooding bordering on downright ornery and antisocial.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I love paperbacks and have been collecting them for many years. Your story is great (oh yeah, and as cool as a cucumber, and you KNOW how cool that is!)

[dnemec]

Thanks very much for the welcome and the words. It's nice to know that there are others who also appreciate paperbacks. I won't take up the space here, as it is way off topic, but if you like my story, you should hear my wife's King connected story. WAY cooler than mine. .

Teaser much?

The edit: changed my mood to Brooding because i live 20 minuets from Bridgton, and didn't see the notice for todays signing until a day or so after it was announced. Can you say "sold out?". Been brooding all day. Brooding bordering on downright ornery and antisocial.

Yet another good reason to be on these boards. You won't be able to miss anything King-related! Someone here seems to know something as soon as it happens--whether it's a signing or a book being released. Of course that being said, just looking at this site will end up costing you money!

[needfulthings]

What is the general opinion towards inscribed, signed, .....paperbacks. In 1980, Mr. King came to my high school in Gray, Maine to speak at an assembly. Afterwards, he set up a table in the lobby and started selling! It was pure luck that my 17 year old self had a couple of bucks in my pocket and I picked up new copies of The Shining and Night Shift, which he signed and inscribed. They have been the center piece of my little collection ever since. They are in 35 year old, well-loved-and-read condition. I have no intention of parting with them simply because they have always been there for me from here to Korea to Texas and back to Maine again.

I guess my question is do they even really rate anywhere on the "cool scale" for anyone else but me?

WECOME & PAPERBACKS ARE O.K. IN MY HOUSE(SIGNED OR UNSIGNED).

[webstar1000]

Question... Near fine Doubleday 1st set...

[stroppygoblin]

Question... Near fine Doubleday 1st set...

Unsigned?

Carrie: $800
'Salem's Lot 800 - $900
The Shining $600 - $700
Night Shift $900 - $1000
The Stand $ 400 - $500

$3500 - $3900

Obv thats individual prices and from a decent seller - prepare to pay extra for buying as a set or from ABE type dealers.

[webstar1000]

Question... Near fine Doubleday 1st set...

Unsigned?

Carrie: $800
'Salem's Lot 800 - $900
The Shining $600 - $700
Night Shift $900 - $1000
The Stand $ 400 - $500

$3500 - $3900

Obv thats individual prices and from a decent seller - prepare to pay extra for buying as a set or from ABE type dealers.

I was thinking close to that Simon... I have a chance at a set for $3k... waiting for better pictures... what would you add if they were all flat signed?

[biomieg]

I'm not an expert but if I'd collect signed King books I'd pay more for older sigs. And with the way King's sig has changed over the years it's pretty easy to see how old it is, flatsigned or not.

My two cents.

[carlosdetweiller]

Question... Near fine Doubleday 1st set...

Interesting question. I've not seen these bought and sold as a "set" before. Prices for these are SO dependent on condition. Get plenty of pictures and ask as many questions as you need to feel comfortable. The early dust jackets often have undisclosed color touch-up and hidden tape repairs to the verso. Take the Brodarts off and look for that. Evaluate each book separately and carefully. Also, if the seller insists on calling it a "set" make him include a nice Pet Sematary. An Uncut The Stand could be optional.

[webstar1000]

Thanks guys. I really do not have the cash now but if the price is right... I am going to go for it. I also agree with you Michael... I would pay more for an older signature... so much nicer looking!

[stroppygoblin]

if you are only viewing photos and not seeing the books in person, pay close attention to the spine of The Shining, make sure you see it opened out with the front/back so it is obvious how much fading has occurred, it's often very difficult to tell when seen in isolation.

[dnemec]

Any thoughts at the current value of the CD Carrie Unbound Proof, 2nd State?

[jhanic]

Any thoughts at the current value of the CD Carrie Unbound Proof, 2nd State?

Those unbound proofs are really difficult to assign a value. Best guess, and that would be all it would be, is in the $200-300 range. I could be far off though. There's no way to determine just how many are out there.

John

[dnemec]

Any thoughts at the current value of the CD Carrie Unbound Proof, 2nd State?

Those unbound proofs are really difficult to assign a value. Best guess, and that would be all it would be, is in the $200-300 range. I could be far off though. There's no way to determine just how many are out there.

John

Thanks, John. Thinking about raising some case for the 2 new PS Publishing titles, and was wondering where I might find it!

[bdwyer19]

Just came across a signed Whispers. What's the estimated value on these?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...obalID=EBAY-US

[jhanic]

Just came across a signed Whispers. What's the estimated value on these?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...obalID=EBAY-US

That sounds like a good deal. The spine of this one is very prone to fading and this one doesn't look bad at all. He describes the condition as fair, though. I'd ask some questions.

John

[Br!an]

Just came across a signed Whispers. What's the estimated value on these?

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...obalID=EBAY-US

I'm not sure about the market on these right now. Since it hasn't sold yet I'd say that it's less than $250 in that condition. There is considerable spine fade and even the boards look faded.

[Jimimck]

Hi Team,
Just courious as to the current value of IT s/l?

Considering liquidating my Blockade s/l to put towards a savings plan for one, and just want to get a feel for what i should be looking to spend.

Thanks
James

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Hi Team,
Just courious as to the current value of IT s/l?

Considering liquidating my Blockade s/l to put towards a savings plan for one, and just want to get a feel for what i should be looking to spend.

Thanks
James

$800 - $900 USD, or around $1,200 USD for one with a matching # art portfolio.

[webstar1000]

Hi Team,
Just courious as to the current value of IT s/l?

Considering liquidating my Blockade s/l to put towards a savings plan for one, and just want to get a feel for what i should be looking to spend.

Thanks
James

$800 - $900 USD, or around $1,200 USD for one with a matching # art portfolio.

Your 100% right... I think someone told me if you can get a S/L IT under $900.. BUY IT. I can say.. i would not sell my set for less than $1400 right now.

[Jimimck]

Thanks gents. Kris, let's work out a deal :-)

[Randall Flagg]

Lettered He is Legend?
Taylor Cujo Guitar (last ebay did not sell at $3.99K)?

[Dan]

I paid about $3300 for my Cujo guitar a year ago. That was after a bidding war. Could be up or down from that depending on who wants it.

[Randall Flagg]

I paid about $3300 for my Cujo guitar a year ago. That was after a bidding war. Could be up or down from that depending on who wants it.

Was that the last ebay auction that sold?

I can't find sales in that last few months.

[Dan]

I haven't seen one since, but I don't catch every thing.