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

[Randall Flagg]

Someone care to give an estimate on what one of the 50 copies of Knowing Darkness with the Whelan drawings would be worth? I haven't heard of one of these selling since the book went on sale.
If that is similar to the one I purchased that came with an original tipped in Whelan sketch (~12"x18"), I would say $1K. The drawing alone could be worth $600+, it all depends on the piece, and who it appeals to.

[mcdonaldj]

What is the below book worth? I couldn't find a good Ebay comparable:
1. Danse Macarbe 1st Edition NF/NF signed & inscribed

Thanks!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

What is the below book worth? I couldn't find a good Ebay comparable:
1. Danse Macarbe 1st Edition NF/NF signed & inscribed

Thanks!

$400

[Merlin1958]

I was looking at your "Items for sale", MRT I don't suppose that CK (Potter) has a remarque does it? I had to at least ask.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I was looking at your "Items for sale", MRT I don't suppose that CK (Potter) has a remarque does it? I had to at least ask.

No my books are all as the publisher issued them. I regards other peoples scribbles and writing in a book as faults! :)

[Roseannebarr]

Just Curious. I was able to get a flatsigned copy of Rage (small bend on corned). What would this be worth? Thanks!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Just Curious. I was able to get a flatsigned copy of Rage (small bend on corned). What would this be worth? Thanks!

An unsigned one with a bent corner sold at Betts for $180, but I'm not sure of a signed one.

[divemaster]

I get the impression that King doesn't particularly like signing Rage, so signed copies may be scarce. Might command a premium.

[Randall Flagg]

Just Curious. I was able to get a flatsigned copy of Rage (small bend on corned). What would this be worth? Thanks!
$400 if in VG+ condition.

[namelessnpoor]

Mr. RT, I sent you an email about a couple of your books you have listed.

[Brice]

I'm just curious (not selling), but what would a signed W&G chapbook be worth?

[Fsmdr]

I'm just curious (not selling), but what would a signed W&G chapbook be worth?

The little booklet?. I would say around $15

[biomieg]

Brice's copy is signed, Juliana. I'd say at least $100 (but the one thing I know nothing about are signed books that are not S/L, so I'm sure others can provide a better estimate).

[Brice]

I generally don't concern myself with values, but for just a second I think my heart stopped when I read Juliana's answer.

[Fsmdr]

I generally don't concern myself with values, but for just a second I think my heart stopped when I read Juliana's answer.

Soooo sorry!. :doh:

Misread the question. Long day at work. Sigh.....

[Brice]

I generally don't concern myself with values, but for just a second I think my heart stopped when I read Juliana's answer.

Soooo sorry!. :doh:

Misread the question. Long day at work. Sigh.....

No worries! :) I only wanted to cry for a moment or so. LOL

I know all too much about those long days at work. <_<

[Randall Flagg]

I would say $125. There are so few of those signed (presuming you have a copy). King's sig alone adds ~$100 to most any book.

[Roseannebarr]

Just Curious. I was able to get a flatsigned copy of Rage (small bend on corned). What would this be worth? Thanks!
$400 if in VG+ condition.

Thanks Jerome! I am in the process of trying to get all his books signed. I was lucky enuff to get him to sign rage in Savannah Georgia! I never see them for sale. He was in full signing mode and didnt blink an eye when he signed this book!

[Brice]

I would say $125. There are so few of those signed (presuming you have a copy). King's sig alone adds ~$100 to most any book.

Thank you! Yes, I do have one.

[Merlin1958]

I would say $125. There are so few of those signed (presuming you have a copy). King's sig alone adds ~$100 to most any book.

Thank you! Yes, I do have one.

Lucky you!!!!


:biggrin1:

[Brice]

Yeah, I know. It's not new. I was just curious about it. I bought it from an old friend from here at least a year ago...maybe longer. I'd just never seen any others.

[Merlin1958]

Yeah, I know. It's not new. I was just curious about it. I bought it from an old friend from here at least a year ago...maybe longer. I'd just never seen any others.

I think it's GREAT!!! New or Old!!!

[Brice]

So do I. :D Thank you!

[willie3]

Not SK, but opinions on price for a Legends II S/L?
Thanks
Karl

[ELazansky]

Not SK, but opinions on price for a Legends II S/L?
Thanks
Karl

I paid $300 for mine last year

[Dr. Dawg]

I am going to have to list several items for sale, and I haven't been following prices for DT S/L (other than LSOE and TWTTK) lately. I checked out the Collector's website, but the prices for individual books seems high to me. I'm torn on selling these, but I'm trying to figure out what to list and wanted to see what a good range is for the following books:

1. DT V-VII, LSOE (including the numbered artist edition), TWTTK- matching set less than 500

2. DTIV S/L-higher number

3. DTIII S/L- higher number

Thanks!

[Roseannebarr]

I am going to have to list several items for sale, and I haven't been following prices for DT S/L (other than LSOE and TWTTK) lately. I checked out the Collector's website, but the prices for individual books seems high to me. I'm torn on selling these, but I'm trying to figure out what to list and wanted to see what a good range is for the following books:

1. DT V-VII, LSOE (including the numbered artist edition), TWTTK- matching set less than 500

2. DTIV S/L-higher number

3. DTIII S/L- higher number

Thanks!

Betts Books just sold my set for $4100 (all books listed above, not including artist edition)
another set sold a few weeks later for $4300

We listed for the same price, but i went down for immediate sale. I miss them, but i dont regret selling them. I was too worried about proper storage, etc...

[Dr. Dawg]

Betts Books just sold my set for $4100 (all books listed above, not including artist edition)
another set sold a few weeks later for $4300

We listed for the same price, but i went down for immediate sale. I miss them, but i dont regret selling them. I was too worried about proper storage, etc...


Thank you, that is helpful. Any idea on what the DTIV and DTIII would go for individually? What about the set separately? I just checked and the DTIII is actually a low number less than 500. The book and slipcase are F, but the cover is NF with some minor white spotting on the back cover at the lower corner separately on the lower edge (I know pictures would be helpful, but I don't have any readily available yet). All of the other books are Fine.

[olverts]

Anyone have an estimated value on a copy of Moth in NF condition ?
Signed 3 times by Stephen King by each of the three poems of his .
Also signed by Tabitha King and Michael Alpert .

Thanks in advance

[jhanic]

I paid $400 for my copy without signatures.

John

[biomieg]

I paid $300 I think (without signatures). I'd say at least $500, maybe more (but I don't know much about signed works).

[olverts]

I´m not really thinking about buying it because the seller is asking $1250 .
But i really think it´s an interesting item with the three signatures .

[jhanic]

That sounds way over-priced!

John

[Dr. Dawg]

What do you guys think about the current value for the Centipede Press unsigned gift edition of Salem's Lot with the Collector's Traycase and the illustration prints included?

[Randall Flagg]

What do you guys think about the current value for the Centipede Press unsigned gift edition of Salem's Lot with the Collector's Traycase and the illustration prints included?
Wholesale-$175. Retail-$275-$300. Having all three pieces makes it worth more, but the shipping is pricey; to and from. The package would likely take two trips-from you to wholesaler, then from wholesaler to customer. If you can cut out the middleman there are savings to be had.

[Jimimck]

I paid $220 for the book/case, and see that Betts has (had) the prints for $125. (not including shipping on any of those prices)

I've seen the book sell from $160-200 on its own, and I don't recall ever seeing the case available without the book...

[CurtSeattle]

Ari, did you get an answer on the 11/22/63 Proof question? I have one of the versions limited to 70 only, so was wondering if you were able to garner any insight into the "proof" values for this particular book? I got it for free and don't plan on selling it, but I like to keep track of values a bit and I haven't found it either anywhere with a ballpark price I trusted (at least recently now that's it's been out for awhile). :(

[Ari_Racing]

Hey Curt!

Actually no...I don't know a fixed or aprox. value for the ARC, neither US or UK ones. I'm considering aiming to exchance one of the US extra I have for a S/L copy of the same book.

[AKC]

What's a signed copy of DUDDITS worth?

AKC

[CurtSeattle]

What if I get a hair off of SK's doggy and then I clone it and have SK sign my new dog. What would I get for that copy I wonder? haha!

[Jimimck]

5-10 for grand larceny would be my guess lol

[CurtSeattle]

hahaha! Awesome!

[Fsmdr]

What's a signed copy of DUDDITS worth?

AKC

Around $500 a few years ago. I am guessing a little more now as there are only 20 genuine copies around.

[Merlin1958]

I paid $220 for the book/case, and see that Betts has (had) the prints for $125. (not including shipping on any of those prices)

I've seen the book sell from $160-200 on its own, and I don't recall ever seeing the case available without the book...

Well, if you find the book for a good price w/o the case, Dolso does a really nice job!!!

[sgc1999]

Can anyone tell me what a 1st/1st shining in nf/nf with remainder mark spray is worth?
thanks guys!

[Stockerlone]

What's a signed copy of DUDDITS worth?

AKC

One just sold ... inside the German SK Forum for ... under 300 Euro.
It´s not easy to find one of the 25 books ... but 600 $ is tooooo much.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Can anyone tell me what a 1st/1st shining in nf/nf with remainder mark spray is worth?
thanks guys!

$200

[Randall Flagg]

The remainder "spray" probably lowers the price by $100. Some purists would say that a book with a remainder mark can NEVER be considered Near Fine. The mark itself dictates that the book can graded VG at best.

Very Good (VG)
The most common grade given to a collectable copy, very good means exactly what it says. A very good copy is no longer fresh; it has been handled and shows some signs of wear, but it is still sound and appealing. Flaws such as ownership signatures, bookplates and remainder marks must be noted in the description, along with rubbing, chips and tears, and price-clipping in dust wrappers, where applicable.

[RIC #520]

The remainder "spray" probably lowers the price by $100. Some purists would say that a book with a remainder mark can NEVER be considered Near Fine. The mark itself dictates that the book can graded VG at best.

Very Good (VG)
The most common grade given to a collectable copy, very good means exactly what it says. A very good copy is no longer fresh; it has been handled and shows some signs of wear, but it is still sound and appealing. Flaws such as ownership signatures, bookplates and remainder marks must be noted in the description, along with rubbing, chips and tears, and price-clipping in dust wrappers, where applicable.


I wish PBs had a little better description for grades, i.e. spine and corners condition. I have seen VG description for PBs, and the shelf appearance would be very unappealing due to creasing and bowing..

[thegunslinger41]

Howdy folks! Was curious as to how much the Hardcover "LARGE PRINT" version of The Colorado Kid would be worth. I remember seeing 1 or 2 on ebay a looong time ago, but rarely see any online for sale. This is not the PS Publishing Hardcover. Looks exactly like the original softcover, but it's a hardback. Also, was wondering about a Wizard and Glass signed UK deluxe. Thanks in advance!!!!

-Gabriel

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Howdy folks! Was curious as to how much the Hardcover "LARGE PRINT" version of The Colorado Kid would be worth. I remember seeing 1 or 2 on ebay a looong time ago, but rarely see any online for sale. This is not the PS Publishing Hardcover. Looks exactly like the original softcover, but it's a hardback. Also, was wondering about a Wizard and Glass signed UK deluxe. Thanks in advance!!!!

-Gabriel

The hardback Colorado Kid is a lot larger than the paperback.

http://www.akyle.f2s.com/images/colorado.jpg

[George at C-Springs]

Anyone, approximate going rate for the Waste Lands S/L Portfolio?

Thx --

George

[jhanic]

It's still available from Grant:

https://secure.grantbooks.com/z-sk-portfolios.html

John

[Merlin1958]

Anyone, approximate going rate for the Waste Lands S/L Portfolio?

Thx --

George

George,

I'd be happy to take yours for the retail price plus S/H rather than order one from Grant if you like. PM me

[George at C-Springs]

Came across one on eBay today for $40, seemed cheap, just didn't know what the going price was and wanted to check before I bought (I don't have one either Bill). Didn't even occur to me to look at Grant, figured they'd have been sold out long ago. Still in stock and cheaper at $30 though (thanks John!).

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Howdy folks! Was curious as to how much the Hardcover "LARGE PRINT" version of The Colorado Kid would be worth. I remember seeing 1 or 2 on ebay a looong time ago, but rarely see any online for sale. This is not the PS Publishing Hardcover. Looks exactly like the original softcover, but it's a hardback. Also, was wondering about a Wizard and Glass signed UK deluxe. Thanks in advance!!!!

-Gabriel

I just sold a large print Colorado Kid for £49.99. I had several enquiries about it. This book does not come up for sale very often nowadays, and I think £50 may have been a bargain.

The UK Wizard & Glass price fluctuates quite a bit. I've seen it sold for $200-$600. The last one at Betts sold for $225 and the one before that for $200.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I was one of the inquirers about that COLORADO KID, though I was too late to buy it from M.RT. I just bought one on Abe for $77. Will post a pic when I get it.

So approximately $77 seems like a good price. There was only one other at Abe's and the asking price is $200.

[Niall]

Hi All, I am thinking of selling me SOD 1 & 2 Remarqued by Glen Chadbourne, Any idea how much both are worth together?

[carlosdetweiller]

I am thinking of selling my Taylor Cujo 10 guitar. Does anyone know a ball park selling/asking price from any recent sales?

[biomieg]

Jerome sold his, I believe (to another member here). Maybe he can provide an estimate?

[Randall Flagg]

I sent Bob a PM.

[Shannon]

I am thinking of selling my Taylor Cujo 10 guitar. Does anyone know a ball park selling/asking price from any recent sales?

I don't think they're worth more than $50-$60, but since you're awesome, I'll give you $75 for it. But you're paying the shipping!

;)

[Patrick]

I am thinking of selling my Taylor Cujo 10 guitar. Does anyone know a ball park selling/asking price from any recent sales?

I don't think they're worth more than $50-$60, but since you're awesome, I'll give you $75 for it. But you're paying the shipping!

;)
Be sure to use the PayPal "gift" option as a courtesy when he accepts your offer.

[Brice]

If Bob did accept that offer I'd be waiting in the bushes to shank Shannon's mailman.

[Shannon]

Hey, Guadalupe is a nice lady! You leave her alone!

[bdwyer19]

What's the estimated value of the 1/100 BCE signed Full Dark, No Stars? Thanks!

[Randall Flagg]

Those are so rare. I'd say $350+.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Those are so rare. I'd say $350+.

Very rare. Not many have come up for sale. Betts have never had one for sale.

[Randall Flagg]

So I guess the + sign applies.

[Merlin1958]

So I guess the + sign applies.

Wow, never would have thought so, but I guess you were dean on, RF!!!

[jhanic]

There's one on eBay right now:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Dark-No-Stars-by-Stephen-King-Signed-Edition-/251095994395?pt=US_Fiction_Books&hash=item3a767cd01b

John

[Merlin1958]

There's one on eBay right now:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Dark-No-Stars-by-Stephen-King-Signed-Edition-/251095994395?pt=US_Fiction_Books&hash=item3a767cd01b

John

I threw a bid on it!! What the hell, right?

[RIC #520]

So... who has 350 over or under on the ebay auction?

[Randall Flagg]

So... who has 350 over or under on the ebay auction?
I am taking the over on that line. I am not bidding, I just predict it will go for over $350.

[TwistedNadine]

Im not bidding either but I dont think it will go over 350 In my mind its still a book club albeit signed and limited to 100. Will be interesting to watch

[RIC #520]

It appear the autograph sticker is missing. For me, that would devalue the book some... maybe not much...I am going with under too.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I agree the missing sticker devalues it, but I say it will make $300+

[bdwyer19]

There's one on eBay right now:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Dark-No-Stars-by-Stephen-King-Signed-Edition-/251095994395?pt=US_Fiction_Books&hash=item3a767cd01b

John

Thanks, I saw the auction. That's why I was originally wondering about its value. I'll probably get a bid in there... I just have to weigh how badly does Bill want it, and can I outbid him! LOL!

[carbinworld]

bdwyer19: I was thinking the same thing :)

[Merlin1958]

Well, it just passed my self-imposed limit of $150!!! LOL So much for feeling "Lucky"!!! LOL

[Shannon]

I'm gonna go with over $350.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Not many collectors on here have that 1/100 edition. It may go for $400 as it may be the only chance to get one.

[Patrick]

I think the higher it sells, the more likely we'll see a few more show up for sale.

[Randall Flagg]

Not many collectors on here have that 1/100 edition. It may go for $400 as it may be the only chance to get one.
Already at $265 with over a day to go. $400 is a distinct possibility.

[Pasiuk57]

I only have one copy of it
Wish I had more!

[Randall Flagg]

7 hours left. I am not sure if ending on a holiday is going to help or hurt the price.

[tippy4]

It appear the autograph sticker is missing. For me, that would devalue the book some... maybe not much...I am going with under too.


I agree the missing sticker devalues it, but I say it will make $300+

And that is why I ordered a roll of these three days ago.

http://img560.imageshack.us/img560/7749/stickertt.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/560/stickertt.jpg/)



It will look lovely on my new book.

:nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::n ana::nana::nana::nana::nana:

[Randall Flagg]

Good job. Went for more than my $350+ estimate. I think ending on the 4th was a bad idea. Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100.

[RIC #520]

It appear the autograph sticker is missing. For me, that would devalue the book some... maybe not much...I am going with under too.


I agree the missing sticker devalues it, but I say it will make $300+

And that is why I ordered a roll of these three days ago.

http://img560.imageshack.us/img560/7749/stickertt.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/560/stickertt.jpg/)



It will look lovely on my new book.

:nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::n ana::nana::nana::nana::nana:

Congrats on the book... they don't appear often... Any reason this book is not on Complete list of Stephen King Signed Limiteds?

[RIC #520]

Good job. Went for more than my $350+ estimate. I think ending on the 4th was a bad idea. Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100.

Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100 maybe. maybe not.. the bidding was really strong the last 10 seconds.

[jhanic]

Congrats on the book... they don't appear often... Any reason this book is not on Complete list of Stephen King Signed Limiteds?

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Full+Dark+No+Stars+-+Book+Club+1+100+Signed&redirect=no

John

[Brice]

Not something of mine, but something available locally. Is a signed 1st Ridley Pearson worth > $8? A signed 1st Pat Conroy > $45? Both are harcovers, not bookclub.

[RIC #520]

Congrats on the book... they don't appear often... Any reason this book is not on Complete list of Stephen King Signed Limiteds?

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Full+Dark+No+Stars+-+Book+Club+1+100+Signed&redirect=no

John

I thought it would be on this list..

Complete list of Stephen King Signed Limiteds

1980 Firestarter 26+725= 751
1981 Cujo 750 + 26 = 776
1981 Danse Macabre 15+250= 265
1982 Dark Tower I Gunslinger 500 + 35 + 87 (publisher/presentation/author/artist)= 622
1982-85 The Plant 26 + 200 x 3 years = 678 (NOT including proof copies)
1982 Fear Itself 225
1982 Dark Tower I Gunslinger audio book 800
1982 Whispers - 26+350=376
1983 Christine 26 + 1,000 = 1,026
1983 Frankenstein 500 + 26 = 526
1984 Eyes Of the Dragon 52+250+1,000=1,302. (SKC states an AE as indeterminate but <10) =1,303-1,312
1984 The Talisman 1200+70 AE's=1,270 (SKC lists the following: 30 AC's, lettered-indeterminate, 70 AE's, 5 designer, 1,200 #'d)
1985 Cycle of the Werewolf -350 (20 publishers copies)+(8 presentation copies)= 378
1985 Cycle of the Werewolf portfolio 350
1985 Skeleton Crew 70+1,000+ 1 (skin cover)=1,071(SKC lists 17 PC's, 52 lettered, 1,000 #'d, 1 skin=1,070)
1987 Dark Tower II 850+ 35 = 885
1987 Dark Tower II Audio book 800
1987 The Ideal, Genuine Man-500
1988 Letters from Hell 500+26+100 PC's=626
1988 My Pretty Pony - 250+30 Authors Copies=280
1988 Night Visions 5-850
1988 Prime Evil 1,000 (+250 UK, Bantam Press) = 1,250 (Indeterminate # of PC's per SKC)
1989 Book of the Dead 500 + (10-20 PC's, per Mark V. Ziesing)= ≤520
1989 Dolan’s Cadillac 1,000+250+26 = 1276 (SKC lists numerous states with indeterminate #'s) Total=>1,276
1989 The Killer Inside Me 26 + 350 = 376 (Indeterminate # of PC's per SKC)
1990 Dark Dreamers ( 1990 edition) 450
1990 Fantasy and Science Fiction December 1990. 500 signed – Un-numbered.
1990 Rainy Season photograph print (signed by King, Tabitha King, and artist) 100
1990 The Stand 52 +1,250 =1,302
1991 Dark Tower III 1,200 + 26 = 1,226
1991 Complete Masters of Darkness 345
1991 Gauntlet #2 500
1991 Signatures 26 + 400 + 150 = 576
1992 The Sins of the Fathers 400
1993 House Next Door (1993 edition by Olde New York Press) 26 + 125 =151
1994 Insomnia 1,250 (SKC lists additional copies) Total=>1,250
1994 Insomnia portfolio 400
1994 Insomnia (UK edition) (signed on bookplate) 200
1995 Rose Madder (UK edition) (signed on bookplate) 250
1995 House Next Door (1995 edition by Bett's Bookstore) 12 PC's + 225 = 237
1996 Dark Tower IV 1,250
1996 Desperation 2000 + 50 = 2050
1996 Regulators 500+ 52+1 Lettered and 1 Numbered prototype = 554
1996 UK Desperation/Regulators boxed set 250 copies, signed bookplate in Desperation only.
1996 The Girl Next Door 52 + 500 = 552
1997 Wizard and Glass (UK edition) (signed on bookplate) 500
1997 Cujo guitar (2 shapes, 10 Dreadnaught shape and 14 Grand Auditorium shape, 125 each) = 250
1997 Six Stories 900 #'d , 200 roman numbered for the author's private use, 28 proofs and 10 PC copies=1,138
1998 Bag of Bones Hodder & Stoughton UK. 2,000 signed on bookplate.
1998 Legends 50 + 200 = 250
1998 The Best of Cemetery Dance 52 + 400 = 452
1999 The New Lieutenant's Rap 500+24 Proofs=524
2000 Dystopia 26 (lettered only)
2000 From a Buick 8 52+750= 802
2000 Life in the Cinema 52 + 450 = 502
2002 Black House 1,500
2003 Borderlands 5 - 52 + 500 = 552
2003 Dark Tower V 1,350
2004 Quietly Now 500+52+552
2004 Dark Tower VI 1,400
2004 Dark Tower VII 1,500
2004 Salems Lot 300 + 80 + 15 + 10 = 405
2004 The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon 125+ 15 = 140
2005 Transgressions 200 + 26 = 226
2005 Great Ghost Stories 52 (lettered only), Indeterminate # of PC's
2006 Secretary of Dreams: Volume One: 750 + 52 = 802
2007 The Green Mile 148 + 52 = 200
2007 Postscripts 10. 200+300=500, Indeterminate # of PC’s
2007 The Colorado Kid 99 #'ed 1-33 x 3 artists (in traycase); + 450 (in slipcase) #'ed 1-150 x
3 artists; + 90 PC slipcased and 44 PC traycased = 683
2007 Dandelion Wine 50th Anniversary. 100.
2009 The Little Sisters of Eluria 1,250 + No more than 50 out of series copies used as replacements or marked "Publisher's Copy".=1,300
2009 Under The Dome US 1,500 (unnumbered)
2009 Under The Dome UK 500 (Numbered)
2009 He Is Legend 750 + 52 = 802. Indeterminate # of PC's
2010 The Secretary of Dreams Volume Two 750+52 = 802
2010 Riding The Bullet 52 Lettered
2010 Legacies (December 31 stated) 500+52 =552
2011 J.N. Williamson's Illustrated Masques - 52
2011 Fifty-to-One - 50
2011 (January) Full Dark, No Stars (Cemetery Dance) 750 #'d + 52 Lettered = 802. Indeterminate # of PC's
2011 Blockade Billy 350#'d + 52 Lettered = 402. Indeterminate # of PC's
2011 The Very Best of New Horror- 200
2011 11/22/63 - 1,000 (850 for public sale)
2011 The Big Book of Necon 150#'d 52 Lettered =202. Indeterminate # of PC's
2011 IT: The 25th Anniversary Edition (Cemetery Dance) 750 #'d + 52 Lettered = 802. Indeterminate # of PC's
2012 The Wind Through The Keyhole - 800
2012 The Wind Through The Keyhole - UK-200

[bdwyer19]

Congrats tippy4! I was watching even though it exceeded my limit, and was shocked the way it skyrocketed at the end. Good work!!

[Merlin1958]

Not something of mine, but something available locally. Is a signed 1st Ridley Pearson worth > $8? A signed 1st Pat Conroy > $45? Both are harcovers, not bookclub.

No frame of reference on the "Conroy", but the Pearson sounds good!!!

[Brice]

Thanks! :)

[Roseannebarr]

It appear the autograph sticker is missing. For me, that would devalue the book some... maybe not much...I am going with under too.


I agree the missing sticker devalues it, but I say it will make $300+



Where did you order them from? I need a whole role for

http://img560.imageshack.us/img560/7749/stickertt.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/560/stickertt.jpg/)



It will look lovely on my new book.

:nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::nana::n ana::nana::nana::nana::nana:

I need some that say "Facsimile Autographed by the Author" Books = and i could use a few that say "Fake Autographed by the Author and sold on ebay to a sucker"

[Stockerlone]

On my/the list of ALL Stephen King Signed Limiteds books only the book
with the lowest printrun is missing:excited:

2001 DUDDITS/DREAMCATCHER 25 books

[namelessnpoor]

Good job. Went for more than my $350+ estimate. I think ending on the 4th was a bad idea. Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100.

I have to agree because i wanted thst book and the reason i missed it was because i lost track of time. I had bid $380. Was willing to go more. Damn 4th of july party

[tippy4]

Good job. Went for more than my $350+ estimate. I think ending on the 4th was a bad idea. Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100.

Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100 maybe. maybe not.. the bidding was really strong the last 10 seconds.

I was the only bidder in the last five hours of the auction.



Good job. Went for more than my $350+ estimate. I think ending on the 4th was a bad idea. Could have lowered the sale price by $50-$100.

I have to agree because i wanted thst book and the reason i missed it was because i lost track of time. I had bid $380. Was willing to go more. Damn 4th of july party

I was counting on that to help me.

[Randall Flagg]

Congrats on the book... they don't appear often... Any reason this book is not on Complete list of Stephen King Signed Limiteds?

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Full+Dark+No+Stars+-+Book+Club+1+100+Signed&redirect=no

John

I thought it would be on this list..


Good catch. Thanks. I corrected the list.

[skyofcrack]

I'm looking to selling my S/L Grant Christine. I've seen prices online from $700-$1300. I think I can probably get $1000 for it. It's in pretty flawless condition. Any thoughts?

[olverts]

Sorry but i don´t think there´s many out there who would pay $1000 for a S/L Christine

I would $600-650 is more realistic

[Randall Flagg]

I think $1K is very optimistic. $600-$750 is my estimate-although I don't need one, so perhaps someone that really needs one will pay that.

[skyofcrack]

Thanks for your input.

[Brice]

Just curious (not selling), but how much would you say for an author's copy?

[Randall Flagg]

Just curious (not selling), but how much would you say for an author's copy?
That's a tough one. There are (to my knowledge), not a lot of Author Copies-in fact I have never seen one (the limitation page).
Probably the only real way to determine would be a 10 or 30 day ebay auction. Of course pulling the item when you received a side offer.

[skyofcrack]

Does having a stamped copy of The Shining that says, 'With compliments of Doubleday & Co, Inc.' make the book worth any more or less? Stamped on the inside/front BTW.

[Randall Flagg]

IMO, no more, no less. If it also was some kind of assocational copy-say King's agent AND KING signed it with a note, or King wrote "Enjoy this complimentary copy...." it would be worth quite a bit.

[skyofcrack]

Figured as much. Thanks.

[Shannon]

S/L Christine ... I can't sell Sharon's Near Perfect copy (with the exception of the slipcase) for $700 ... So my guess would be $700 for a Near Perfect copy.

[Merlin1958]

S/L Christine ... I can't sell Sharon's Near Perfect copy (with the exception of the slipcase) for $700 ... So my guess would be $700 for a Near Perfect copy.

I guess I'd give ya $450 for yours, Shannon. Seeing as I gotta get Dolso to make a case for it. He ain't cheap you know!!!

[Shannon]

$450 and eleven TMSGs and you got yourself a deal. :)

[Merlin1958]

$450 and eleven TMSGs and you got yourself a deal. :)

LOL LOL LOL

[biomieg]

For the record, I would pay $700 for Shannon's copy (although I hope he'd include shipping). The Christine S/L is one of the most desirable editions out there, IMO. But I'm not spending that kind of money at the moment so I guess my opinion doesn't really count.

[Jimimck]

To compare, what was condition of the Skeleton Crew you had available Shannon? Wasn't that also avail for $700? (or is that a bad comparison cos they aren't considered to be similar in value?)

[Shannon]

Sharon's Skeleton Crew is still for sale at $700. It has EXTREMELY minor bumps on the dustjacket at the top of the spine, and the slipcase has a very minor, very small ding/scratch. Unsold for $700. Also unsold as a THREE S/LS FOR $2,000 deal (including Danse Macabre, Skeleton Crew, Christine, or The Eyes Of The Dragon. Would have came out to $666.66 each, with shipping included).

I would say that Christine, Firestarter, Eyes Of The Dragon, and Skeleton Crew S/Ls are all in the same boat. They SHOULD be up around $1,000-$1,200 each, but for some reason aren't selling at $700.

[Brice]

Just curious (not selling), but how much would you say for an author's copy?
That's a tough one. There are (to my knowledge), not a lot of Author Copies-in fact I have never seen one (the limitation page).
Probably the only real way to determine would be a 10 or 30 day ebay auction. Of course pulling the item when you received a side offer.

If you mean listing it, but not actually selling it I think I'd rather not know. I just never liked when people do that. I was just trying to see if anyone has an opinion on a rough estimate. Thank you for the suggestion though. You can see a (blurry) pic of the limitation page on the first page of my collection thread. New camera coming soon so better pics will follow soon hopefully. :)

[Rahfa]

I would say that Christine, Firestarter, Eyes Of The Dragon, and Skeleton Crew S/Ls are all in the same boat. They SHOULD be up around $1,000-$1,200 each, but for some reason aren't selling at $700.

I don't know...I think they all spiked at $1K, but there true value has always been more in the $700-$800 range. Firestarter is the only one that's continuously managed a $1K price average.

I paid, at one time or another, even when prices were high, no more than $650 for Christine, SC and EOTD...it's just a matter of patience.

[Jimimck]

Rahfa, I assume those s/l's you picked up a $650 were in fine condition too?

[namelessnpoor]

I am awaiting pics of this book to verify if the sig is good and its condition but what would you all say a Signed and Inscribed 1st/1st in supposed Fine/Fine shape of Danse Macabre is worth ?
standard inscription, To so and so, Best, Stephen King dated 1983.

Thanks for the input !

[Randall Flagg]

$300. If it was dated before 4/20/1981 (which it isn't), double that.
Your mileage may vary. Seek other opinions.

[Thelangoleer]

1/1 Carrie, NF DJ only flaw is a slight tear to front endflap maybe half inch or so. Book is in okay condition loss of guilt to spine, and slight lean - thoughts?

[Brice]

The book has a loss of guilt or a loss of gilt? :unsure:

[Thelangoleer]

Haha stupid iPad corrected GILT to guilt

[Brice]

:P

[Thelangoleer]

So what do you think on value?

[Brice]

I am the wrong person to ask about the value of nearly anything. I have no idea. I rely on my friends here for things like values and authenticity of signatures.

[Merlin1958]

1/1 Carrie, NF DJ only flaw is a slight tear to front endflap maybe half inch or so. Book is in okay condition loss of guilt to spine, and slight lean - thoughts?

Pics would help.

[Randall Flagg]

First off, if the DJ has a tear ~.5 inches long-even on the flap and not the face, it (IMO) can not be rated as NF. VG+ at best. If the book itself has spinecock, and fading to the lettering then the book itself can be no better than VG+, and likely less.
$250-$300 IMO.

[AKC]

What is a S/L LSOE worth now that TWTTKH is out?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

No idea. Getting a buyer now might be a problem.

[AKC]

No idea. Getting a buyer now might be a problem.

Not looking to sell. Just trying to price out value of a set of DT S/L's.....I would think around $350-$400 no?

[Rahfa]

Sounds about right...maybe $400-$450.

[SkippyD023]

Can anyone provide me with the value / going rate for "The Ideal Genuine Man" signed by Stephen King in Fine/Fine condition. What is a fair price to pay for this book. I have an opportunity to buy it but I am not sure what it is worth.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

The last one at Betts sold for $99 - Ideal Genuine Man - double signed both authors, NF/NF condition, slight edge wear to DJ - signed by Stephen King (introduction) and author

[ELazansky]

Can anyone provide me with the value / going rate for "The Ideal Genuine Man" signed by Stephen King in Fine/Fine condition. What is a fair price to pay for this book. I have an opportunity to buy it but I am not sure what it is worth.

I paid $150 for the S/L a few years ago. I have see some people sell what looks like a 1/1 with the signatures on the title page.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

The signed 1st trade edition of this book is quite common in large numbers. King obviously wanted to PLUG this book in a big way, as he produced it with his own production company, and signed just about every copy, never mind the S/l version.

This reminds me of "Lisey's Story". It's harder to find an "unsinged" copy than a signed 1st edition.

[Rahfa]

I don't know about "common"...I've seen a few, but the book itself isn't falling of the shelves. I found a stack of trade editions at a Maine used book store a few years back and briefly thought I was about to hit a home run - but none were signed, limited or otherwise.

[stkmw02]

I'm not exactly looking for a number value here, but more whether the item is worth keeping at all. I have a copy of Thinner that I think is a book club edition? The dust jacket has no price, no barcode... it says Thinner by Stephen King Writing As Richard Bachman with a purple hand print. This was the copy I first obtained and read, but I have since added a 1st/1st to replace it. Just not sure if I should keep this an alternate edition or pass it on to new readers.

[Jimimck]

I'm not a total expert re book club editions, but we get heaps of export editions that don't have prices on them either. From what I've picked up along they way, neither usually have any value, outside of sentimental value. So if it's one you want to keep cos it was your first copy, go for it, otherwise maybe not "worth" keeping. Experts wil no doubt confirm or correct me lol.

Team: what are the unsigned Stand art portfolios worth these days? Thinking about picking one up. Thanks.

[Brice]

I'd say unless it's for sentimental value or you plan to collect EVERY cover it has little value, Krystle.

Of course, based on my previous experience giving values it'll prove to be worth 10 billion dollars based solely on my saying that...well, it would if I hadn't said this too. :P

[stkmw02]

Thanks, guys! I just wanted to be sure before I take it off the shelf and send it on its way... I donated my 1st/1st Green Mile HC to a library accidentally and never want to kick myself like that again. :lol:

[Jimimck]

I've been trying to get this thread up and running, so feel free to use this if you decide to give them away....

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?12942-Free-to-Good-Home

[Merlin1958]

I've been trying to get this thread up and running, so feel free to use this if you decide to give them away....

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?12942-Free-to-Good-Home

Did the thread get closed? Anyway, I have 1/1 of BoB & DTVI both UK editions anyone can have. I offered them to "Killbourne", but have heard nothing. I'll pay the S/H in the US, but Intl requires reimbursement for shipping charges. First PM's first to get!!!


P.S. Can anyone send shipping boxes? LOL So much to ship, so little boxes!!!! LOL

[Jimimck]

No it wasn't closed, I just meant I'm trying to get it used more....
Come on people free books - just pay the shipping has to be a good deal!

[Merlin1958]

No it wasn't closed, I just meant I'm trying to get it used more....
Come on people free books - just pay the shipping has to be a good deal!

Its closed!!

[Brice]

It is closed, but there is a whole subforum for giveaways. Jimick, I can move it back to the subforum for giveaways though if that was still a valid offering. I'm not sure how it ended up closed.

[Jimimck]

Oh I didn't realize it was closed sorry guys.

Brice: my offering was taken up ages ago, so was just suggesting the thread be used by others who have books to give away, but if there is already a place for this, no need to have this thread as well. Cheers

[Brice]

It's back...at least temporarily. Tomorrow I'll probably move Krystle's post there where more people are likely to see it...I think. Or I'll copy it there...maybe better that way.

[stkmw02]

Brice, I give you permission to move me wherever you feel I belong.

[Jimimck]

Team: what are the unsigned Stand art portfolios worth these days? Thinking about picking one up. Thanks.

Anyone have any thoughts on what these are worth?
Thanks

[Stockerlone]

This was the last one on ebay... cheap.

http://www.ebay.de/itm/110916639488?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

[Thelangoleer]

Anybody know what a good price for a RBR signed Litho would be?

[Dan]

One just sold for opening bid at $175 on eBay.

[Randall Flagg]

Thoughts on current pricing for these:

KING STEPHEN, THE IDEAL GENUINE MAN signed by Stephen King and the author, numbered )
KING,STEPHEN, THOMPSON, JIM THE KILLER INSIDE ME (signed by Stephen King and the author numbered in slipcase)
KING STEPHEN, DANSE MACABRE (Inscribed and dated by Stephen King -ken, best 6/3/83 )
KING STEPHEN, MY PRETTY PONY F/F

KING STEPHEN, FIRESTARTER 1st NF/NF
KING STEPHEN, THE DEAD ZONE 1st NF/NF
KING STEPHEN, GREAT AMERICAN SHORT STORIES (Signed by Stephen King in slipcase.)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Prices the last ones sold at Betts…

KING STEPHEN, THE IDEAL GENUINE MAN signed by Stephen King and the author, numbered ) - $99
KING,STEPHEN, THOMPSON, JIM THE KILLER INSIDE ME (signed by Stephen King and the author numbered in slipcase) - $125
KING STEPHEN, DANSE MACABRE (Inscribed and dated by Stephen King -ken, best 6/3/83 ) - $295
KING STEPHEN, MY PRETTY PONY F/F - $70
KING STEPHEN, FIRESTARTER 1st NF/NF - $45
KING STEPHEN, THE DEAD ZONE 1st NF/NF - $45
KING STEPHEN, GREAT AMERICAN SHORT STORIES (Signed by Stephen King in slipcase.) – none sold at Betts

[Thelangoleer]

How much would a S/L letters from hell be worth in a frame with UV protected glass - number 327

[Roseannebarr]

Prices the last ones sold at Betts…

KING STEPHEN, THE IDEAL GENUINE MAN signed by Stephen King and the author, numbered ) - $99
KING,STEPHEN, THOMPSON, JIM THE KILLER INSIDE ME (signed by Stephen King and the author numbered in slipcase) - $125
KING STEPHEN, DANSE MACABRE (Inscribed and dated by Stephen King -ken, best 6/3/83 ) - $295
KING STEPHEN, MY PRETTY PONY F/F - $70
KING STEPHEN, FIRESTARTER 1st NF/NF - $45
KING STEPHEN, THE DEAD ZONE 1st NF/NF - $45
KING STEPHEN, GREAT AMERICAN SHORT STORIES (Signed by Stephen King in slipcase.) – none sold at Betts


Mr Rabbit Trick,

It would be awesome if you could post all your information in one of these threads! Kind of like, King, Stephen Firestarter last 3 sold for $45, 50, 50 for all the books. or even a thread with all the books listed and last book sold at betts for.......

What do you think?

[Merlin1958]

Prices the last ones sold at Betts…


KING STEPHEN, MY PRETTY PONY F/F - $70


WOW!!!! $70? I got a "deal" years ago at $125!!!!! Man, how times change!!!! (Sigh)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Mr Rabbit Trick,

It would be awesome if you could post all your information in one of these threads! Kind of like, King, Stephen Firestarter last 3 sold for $45, 50, 50 for all the books. or even a thread with all the books listed and last book sold at betts for.......

What do you think?

I think that would be a great idea for everyone... but me.

[Roseannebarr]

Mr Rabbit Trick,

It would be awesome if you could post all your information in one of these threads! Kind of like, King, Stephen Firestarter last 3 sold for $45, 50, 50 for all the books. or even a thread with all the books listed and last book sold at betts for.......

What do you think?

I think that would be a great idea for everyone... but me.

:clap::clap::clap::clap::emot-roflolmao:

[Patrick]

:lol: If I were going to the trouble of personally tracking all that information on a constant basis, I might share it with some friends, but I wouldn't post it on the web for the entire world.

But that's just me.

Go for it, Mr. R.T.!

[Thelangoleer]

Letters from hell 327 s/l - in frame

[Stockerlone]

Last two on ebay:
150.- framed
80.- not framed but inclusive Rainy Season grey

[Thelangoleer]

I have a hard time believing that... The only ones I found were going for 400 framed and 250 unfeamed. Betts has one for 300.

[Randall Flagg]

PC versions are available from Lord John Press for $250:
http://www.lordjohnpress.com/lefrhe.html

[Thelangoleer]

I saw that - were the Lettered versions issued at the same issue price?

[Roseannebarr]

I saw that - were the Lettered versions issued at the same issue price?

I looked in the catalogue and the price for 1/500 is $125 No price for 26 lettered copies. :rock: I am learning.

[neo_trinity]

Rumors (rumours) are essentially that. Rumors. Until proven otherwise. The UK collector is actually Irish, and has dispensed with a lot of his collection.

The ABE listing if I remember correctly, was $50,000 but don't quote me on that. Just like 95% of listings on ABE, they would never sell.

Hello Mr. Rabbit,
That is very interesting to hear that the Irish collector has dispensed with a lot of his collection. Did you hear this first-hand? Did you acquire any pieces?

[neo_trinity]

Just for clarification, the one that was selling for $90,000 and the one I have are the same copy, which was what I was trying to hint at in my previous post. (How that price was decided had nothing to do with my knowledge of book collecting or reality, I just went with the flow, so to speak, and I am VERY glad it did not sell!) The breakdown of who has the 4 copies is still correct though. I heard that the 5th jacket is in the hands of a collector somewhere in the British Isles, but this is a totally unsubstantiated speculation. It is also possible that the owner's dog ate the dust jacket. Either rumor is essentially valid, since both are made of imaginative fantasizing.

Well Michael,
It is interesting to read your post concerning the appetite of my dog, or how personal communications between us end up as unsubstantiated speculation in your posts. Next time you misrepresent yourself as you go searching for information on private collections, I hope you suffer the same fate.

[Stockerlone]

I have a hard time believing that... The only ones I found were going for 400 framed and 250 unfeamed. Betts has one for 300.

The LFH that i bought was the 150.- :coo3l:
This is the other one for 80.
LFH + Rainy Season
http://www.ebay.de/itm/200797479229?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Sold from a good friend from the German SK Forum.
(He just sold his complete SK collection)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Rumors (rumours) are essentially that. Rumors. Until proven otherwise. The UK collector is actually Irish, and has dispensed with a lot of his collection.

The ABE listing if I remember correctly, was $50,000 but don't quote me on that. Just like 95% of listings on ABE, they would never sell.

Hello Mr. Rabbit,
That is very interesting to hear that the Irish collector has dispensed with a lot of his collection. Did you hear this first-hand? Did you acquire any pieces?

Hi neo_trinity. Welcome back. No I did not get the info first hand.

[Randall Flagg]

Just for clarification, the one that was selling for $90,000 and the one I have are the same copy, which was what I was trying to hint at in my previous post. (How that price was decided had nothing to do with my knowledge of book collecting or reality, I just went with the flow, so to speak, and I am VERY glad it did not sell!) The breakdown of who has the 4 copies is still correct though. I heard that the 5th jacket is in the hands of a collector somewhere in the British Isles, but this is a totally unsubstantiated speculation. It is also possible that the owner's dog ate the dust jacket. Either rumor is essentially valid, since both are made of imaginative fantasizing.

Well Michael,
It is interesting to read your post concerning the appetite of my dog, or how personal communications between us end up as unsubstantiated speculation in your posts. Next time you misrepresent yourself as you go searching for information on private collections, I hope you suffer the same fate.
<----------------------Confused (not for the first time). What "$90,000" book is being referred to?

[jhanic]

I was wondering also. 1st/1st state of 'Salem's Lot?

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Yes. They are talking about the 1st/1st state of 'Salem's Lot. (but they are not in the real world of today).

[Brice]

I am assuming so. It is the only book of interest to King collectors that I've heard of at that price.

[Thelangoleer]

Yeah but let's be realistic, the most expensive book ever sold was a Leonardo da vinci journal with most of his inventions in it. I don't think we are on or near that same level. If someone will pay 90,000 for a king book I'll stand corrected.

[Brice]

Noone will...well, unless I win the lottery than I'd absolutely pay it. LOL

[Thelangoleer]

Yup that's about the only time I'd pay for one book. I mean realistically the book is EXTREMELY rare but I think the price today would be somewhere in the 8-20k range

[Brice]

I don't expect we'll see one for sale in the near future anyhow. I mean if you had the money you could probably convince one of the owners to sell for some astronomical amount, but otherwise I doubt it.

[Randall Flagg]

It's a completely hyper-inflated book. I have no idea what the ~ 5 owners in the world paid for their prototype DJ's (the book is almost superfluous), but I would be shocked if it was more than $15K.
Many King books have prototype DJ's, this is a case where hype created the "un-obatainum" factor.

[Thelangoleer]

I wonder if you contacted doubleday and asked if they had one what they would say.

[Randall Flagg]

They would likely be clueless. There is a whole back-story and it seems unlikely there are more than the few that were found.

[Captain Hollister]

TBH and no disrespect meant to anyone but I have never been able to fathom the high prices put on these, okay its cool to own anything when there is only 4 or 5 in existance, and to own one would be awesome, but I've got to see it as a pre-release item not too disimilar to any other proof dustjacket, ok a lot more desirable considering to clipping and repricing shenanigans, but if I had one it wouldn't be on a book it would be framed on the wall. That said I still think the value should be $10k+ for as long as there are 5+ real completist (super)collectors around. If I had the money to take my collection to that level I would pay it, but I'd rather add the Doubleday long proofs first, or some early correspondence such as in Terry N's collection.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Who's Michael?

[Robert Fulman]

Just for clarification, the one that was selling for $90,000 and the one I have are the same copy, which was what I was trying to hint at in my previous post. (How that price was decided had nothing to do with my knowledge of book collecting or reality, I just went with the flow, so to speak, and I am VERY glad it did not sell!) The breakdown of who has the 4 copies is still correct though. I heard that the 5th jacket is in the hands of a collector somewhere in the British Isles, but this is a totally unsubstantiated speculation. It is also possible that the owner's dog ate the dust jacket. Either rumor is essentially valid, since both are made of imaginative fantasizing.

Well Michael,
It is interesting to read your post concerning the appetite of my dog, or how personal communications between us end up as unsubstantiated speculation in your posts. Next time you misrepresent yourself as you go searching for information on private collections, I hope you suffer the same fate.

Quoted for posterity.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I was just trying to be funny in my post about the location of the dust jackets. I apologize if anyone took it the wrong way. I was only trying to say that a rumor is just a rumor, and is basically a pointless speculation. I am only 100% positive on the location of two of the jackets, and 90% certain where the third one is. I forget where number 4 is, if I ever even knew.

As for what it's worth, I'd say it's worth what the buyer is willing to pay for it and what the seller will take for it, both amounts subject to change at any time for any reason. I paid $250 for mine, which also included a 1st edition of the book (VG-F), so I guess that was a fair deal.

[Brice]

I'd say pretty much everyone around here would agree that's a fair deal. LOL

[Dan]

I was just trying to be funny in my post about the location of the dust jackets. I apologize if anyone took it the wrong way. I was only trying to say that a rumor is just a rumor, and is basically a pointless speculation. I am only 100% positive on the location of two of the jackets, and 90% certain where the third one is. I forget where number 4 is, if I ever even knew.

As for what it's worth, I'd say it's worth what the buyer is willing to pay for it and what the seller will take for it, both amounts subject to change at any time for any reason. I paid $250 for mine, which also included a 1st edition of the book (VG-F), so I guess that was a fair deal.

I hate to see a fellow collector "taken" like that. I will gladly pay you the $250 in order to cut your losses. :).

[Randall Flagg]

I was just trying to be funny in my post about the location of the dust jackets. I apologize if anyone took it the wrong way. I was only trying to say that a rumor is just a rumor, and is basically a pointless speculation. I am only 100% positive on the location of two of the jackets, and 90% certain where the third one is. I forget where number 4 is, if I ever even knew.

As for what it's worth, I'd say it's worth what the buyer is willing to pay for it and what the seller will take for it, both amounts subject to change at any time for any reason. I paid $250 for mine, which also included a 1st edition of the book (VG-F), so I guess that was a fair deal.
Are you saying you have the "elusive" folded 'Salem's Lot DJ, and you paid $250 for it? Don't bullshit around the nomenclature. In some fashion you seem to have been called out.......

[Brice]

Yes, I believe he does. As I recall though he's stated that his was never folded though. I thought he'd shown pics before too.

[Randall Flagg]

Yes, I believe he does. As I recall though he's stated that his was never folded though.
Great. I would enjoy seeing some evidence...
<...................Holds breath but is hoping to be pleasantly surprised.

[neo_trinity]

Rumors (rumours) are essentially that. Rumors. Until proven otherwise. The UK collector is actually Irish, and has dispensed with a lot of his collection.

The ABE listing if I remember correctly, was $50,000 but don't quote me on that. Just like 95% of listings on ABE, they would never sell.

Hello Mr. Rabbit,
That is very interesting to hear that the Irish collector has dispensed with a lot of his collection. Did you hear this first-hand? Did you acquire any pieces?


Hi neo_trinity. Welcome back. No I did not get the info first hand.

Hello again. It is good to be back. Have been busy traversing the globe the past few years. Still collecting but quietly. Good to hear you didn't acquire any pieces as I don't recall the collection being dismantled by even 1 piece. Looking forward to finding out what all have been up to. Take care.

[Merlin1958]

Yes, I believe he does. As I recall though he's stated that his was never folded though. I thought he'd shown pics before too.

Now this I would dearly love to see!!!!

[neo_trinity]

Just for clarification, the one that was selling for $90,000 and the one I have are the same copy, which was what I was trying to hint at in my previous post. (How that price was decided had nothing to do with my knowledge of book collecting or reality, I just went with the flow, so to speak, and I am VERY glad it did not sell!) The breakdown of who has the 4 copies is still correct though. I heard that the 5th jacket is in the hands of a collector somewhere in the British Isles, but this is a totally unsubstantiated speculation. It is also possible that the owner's dog ate the dust jacket. Either rumor is essentially valid, since both are made of imaginative fantasizing.

Well Michael,
It is interesting to read your post concerning the appetite of my dog, or how personal communications between us end up as unsubstantiated speculation in your posts. Next time you misrepresent yourself as you go searching for information on private collections, I hope you suffer the same fate.
<----------------------Confused (not for the first time). What "$90,000" book is being referred to?

Randall, I was talking to ur2ndbiggestfan about the fate of the First State Salem's Lot. The $90,000 was the price it was for sale on Abebooks a while back from David Aronovitz at the Fine Books Company [http://www.abebooks.com/books/jerusalems-salems-lot/collecting-rare-stephen-king.shtml?cm_ven=blog&cm_cat=blog&cm_pla=link&cm_ite=Stephen%20King%20page]

[biomieg]

And for the record (apparently I logged in at the right moment during my vacation): my name is Michaël and I've emailed back and forth with neo_trinity about his collection a few times in the past but I don't think I misrepresented myself, nor did I make personal communications public, or did I involve anyone's dog. Seems like there was a little confusion there :)

*edit: Jerome, ur2nd has the pics and background story in his collection thread.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Just for clarification, no joking around:

1. I have the dust jacket, it's on the first page of my thread.
2. I'm not sure what you mean about the nomenclature, unless you are asking if it's folded? I thought at first it was NOT folded, but upon closer examination I discovered it WAS. The fold is exactly along the black meets white part of the jacket and is hard to see, that's why I thought it wasn't folded at first.
3. It is no longer for sale, and I do agree the asking price was WAY too high. I was totally broke at the time and jobless, thankfully my situation is much improved now.
4. There is a tiny tear right above the price. Otherwise the jacket is brand new. I have no idea if the tear was always there or was caused by me or someone else.

[Brice]

Oh, that tear probably makes it worthless. You should just mail it to me for proper disposal and begin your hunt for one in fine enough condition to exist in your collection.


I mean hell it's not even shrinkwrapped, right? ;)

[Randall Flagg]

Just for clarification, no joking around:

1. I have the dust jacket, it's on the first page of my thread.
2. I'm not sure what you mean about the nomenclature, unless you are asking if it's folded? I thought at first it was NOT folded, but upon closer examination I discovered it WAS. The fold is exactly along the black meets white part of the jacket and is hard to see, that's why I thought it wasn't folded at first.
3. It is no longer for sale, and I do agree the asking price was WAY too high. I was totally broke at the time and jobless, thankfully my situation is much improved now.
4. There is a tiny tear right above the price. Otherwise the jacket is brand new. I have no idea if the tear was always there or was caused by me or someone else.
I'll be a monkey's uncle. I had forgotten about your post from 2009. Congrats to you.

[herbertwest]

And for the posterity :
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?9403-Book-Collection-ur2ndbiggestfan

That's a very nice one! And a very good deal for $250!

[Merlin1958]

Any chance we could get a "featured photo shoot" shot of it here, "Mike" (LOL)? That's just about the most AWESOME deal ever!!!!

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Thelangoleer]

New one - six stories PC copy 1/10

[Randall Flagg]

Given this market-$500.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

New one - six stories PC copy 1/10

One on ebay for $1300.

Worth <$500

[Thelangoleer]

So what is causing the crazy prices for s/l wttkh?

[Thelangoleer]

And I should also ask what the heck twttkh is gonna stabilize at

[Thelangoleer]

S/l IT with matching number portfolio

[Jimimck]

I've seen S/L IT's for as low as $600, but usually around $700. The Portfolios were selling at around $95 if I recall correctly (a few at Betts).

[Thelangoleer]

Think that price will hold?

[Jimimck]

I don't really know. Some of the experts here will have a better opinion. Issue price of the s/l was $475 wasn't it? Maybe settle down around $650 as a guess???

[divemaster]

On a more positive note, a S/L DT III just sold at eBay auction for $530. About two years ago they were going for less than $250. I know, b/c I picked one up for $230. Main reason I think was that one particular seller flooded the market with about 10 or 15 copies he dumped one right after the other.

[Scoogs]

I almost bid on that DT III...

What are copies of Little Sisters S/L going for now that the lottery is over? I'd be fine with a high number if that made it more affordable.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

What are copies of Little Sisters S/L going for now that the lottery is over?


I don't think you would need to pay any more than the issue price.

[tippy4]

Prices are still up.

I think if you could actually find one, you are going to pay around $500.

[thegreattim]

Hey everyone. A close friend recently had a chance to get a first edition Carrie signed by Mr. King. The book, of course, meets all the first edition points, and he was curious as to how much it might be worth in today's market. I can post pictures if needed, but the book is in remarkably nice condition, given it's age, in my opinion. This is his description of the condition:

I sent you a link to the photos I took some of them are hard to see, the point is that the book is very clean. Slight edge wear on outside corners of DJ and there is a slight fading on DJ spine where it appears there may have been a sicker of some kind (thumb nail sized) Boards are clean pages clean no writing except the signature, gutter code is correct copyright page correct price on DJ

Any thoughts would be appreciated!

[divemaster]

A "thumb nail sized" sticker on a book spine is usually a library Dewey decimal tag. If you are lucky, it is merely an ex-lib DJ married to a trade First. (My copy of Christine is thus). Check the book itself for any stamps or remnants of a pocket that might have been removed.

[Shannon]

I'm gonna guess ... $1,200, on a good day.

[Dan]

What are the Steven King Red Leather books going for? I have 18 of them and am thinking of selling.

[thegreattim]

A "thumb nail sized" sticker on a book spine is usually a library Dewey decimal tag. If you are lucky, it is merely an ex-lib DJ married to a trade First. (My copy of Christine is thus). Check the book itself for any stamps or remnants of a pocket that might have been removed.

There are no other library indicators in the book at all, looks remarkably nice. And from what I understand, the place where the sticker used to be isn't on the bottom where you'd see the dewy stickers. Possibly an old price tag or something.

[Randall Flagg]

When did King sign it-late 70's, or this year? Did king sign in ball point pen, or a sharpie? That can make a huge difference. Those combined with the book and DJ condition make a range of $450-$1,450.

[Rahfa]

What are the Steven King Red Leather books going for? I have 18 of them and am thinking of selling.

Maybe a lot....those kinds of typos are uncommon, maybe even unique.

[Dan]

What are the Steven King Red Leather books going for? I have 18 of them and am thinking of selling.

Maybe a lot....those kinds of typos are uncommon, maybe even unique.

Crap! I make fun of people that do that. :(. STEPHEN King Red Leather.

[Shannon]

What are the Steven King Red Leather books going for? I have 18 of them and am thinking of selling.

Maybe a lot....those kinds of typos are uncommon, maybe even unique.

LOL! Very funny! They pop up on eBay all the time averaging around $20 a piece, but when sold in lots the price goes down to around $10-15 each.

[thegreattim]

When did King sign it-late 70's, or this year? Did king sign in ball point pen, or a sharpie? That can make a huge difference. Those combined with the book and DJ condition make a range of $450-$1,450.

It was signed about three weeks ago, in, from the pictures he sent me, what looks to be a ball point pen. I'll pass this info on to my friend... thanks for the thoughts! I think he was hoping for quite a bit more.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Now I am curious. My 1st/1st CARRIE is pretty much brand new, and was signed 9/8/78, with a funny circle written on top of the '8'. At first I thought he had written the wrong year and then changed it, but now I'm not sure. Anyway, I wonder what it might be worth.

http://i759.photobucket.com/albums/xx239/2ndbiggest/kingsig.jpg?t=1346497960

[carlosdetweiller]

Now I am curious. My 1st/1st CARRIE is pretty much brand new, and was signed 9/8/78, with a funny circle written on top of the '8'. At first I thought he had written the wrong year and then changed it, but now I'm not sure. Anyway, I wonder what it might be worth.


The signature is interesting. Legit, no doubt, but looks rushed, especially the "King" where the "n" is almost non-existent. To me the most inconsistent feature is the lack of a hash mark across the "7" in the date. After King's sojourn to England in 1977 he almost always crossed his 7's. The lack of a hash mark is definitely unusual. I agree with your initial impression that he wrote the wrong year "78" initially and corrected it by writing a "9" over the "8."

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

The 8 is def overwritten by the 9. It is a rushed signature, and not great, but i would say genuine.

[Rahfa]

I have a Dead Zone signed that same day, and it actually looks different than that. The date on my signature - 9/8/79 - is a little cleaner, so maybe he signed this one at the end of the day....strange that he'd mess up the year, though, considering he was probably signing a stack. I've seen a couple others also signed that day.

Notably, mine DOES have the line that crosses the '7' in 1979.

But the name looks about the same. I'll have to post a pic of mine at some point.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Maybe he drank a couple of Mountain Dews before he signed it. I'm pretty sure I bought the book from L. W. Currey back in the 80s.

[Rahfa]

It's def. real....is there an inscription?

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nope, the whole thing is in the picture.

[Brice]

Everyone knows I suck at judging a sig, but the sig looks good to me. The 9 for the month and the one changed in the year look like they were written by a different hand though to me. Anyone else? Is it possible the person who got the sig was stupid enough to try to correct the year themselves?Those 9s just look that drastically different to me.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

You're right. And the hash mark after the 8 has a line on the top of it the other hash mark does not. It's a pretty weird signature, that's for sure. The two 8s look the same, but the 9s are different.

[carlosdetweiller]

The 9s do look different but I think that might normally happen with a correction when you are trying to write bolder. I recently made a subtraction error in my checkbook and had to correct about five subsequent entries (I'm pretty anal about that). My corrected numbers look quite a bit different than the others (i.e. larger, bolder, etc.)

[Rahfa]

You know what it looks like?

Like he was sick and tired of signing stupid books, forgot the slash to seperate the "8" from "79," added a "7" without the slash, then drew the slash in (note the darker ink), then spazzed out and wrote "8" again because he was still thinking Sept. 8, then realized that he meant to write the year, and corrected that...and probably threw the book in a box and stopped for the day...

Here's mine:

http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h333/rahfa/deadking2.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I agree with all of the above since it all sounds very reasonable. I wonder how many books King signed on the infamous day of September 8, 1978 - I mean 1979!

[WeDealInLead]

What is the going rate for the hardcover of UK W&G?

[Merlin1958]

What is the going rate for the hardcover of UK W&G?

You have to give a better description than that IMHO. There are quite a few "vagaries" involved in that edition from what I have been able to learn over the years. For instance, I'm pretty darn sure that I have one, obtained and certified by "Shibus", but others have claimed otherwise with good reason. It's a tough edition to nail down so you need to show exactly what you are talking about I believe.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

What is the going rate for the hardcover of UK W&G?

Maximum of £50.

[WeDealInLead]

Thanks Mr. RT. I found a couple on ABE.

[Captain Hollister]

Would anyone be able to put a rough price on the set of five UK Under The Dome paperbacks with postcards(?) in an envelope? Still in shrinkwrap.

Thanks.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Issue price only. There is no demand for these.

[Shannon]

iwantthemiwantthemiwantthem!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

It's just one DOME thing after another:

http://i759.photobucket.com/albums/xx239/2ndbiggest/domed.jpg?t=1347103040

[carlosdetweiller]

What do you think a fair price for a NEW LIEUTENANT'S RAP would be? I'm talking about a numbered, signed copy. Not a proof. No envelope or peace necklace. I haven't seen one for sale in ages. All I have seen recently are unsigned proofs and other out of series copies. I think they are really scarce but not sure how to place a value.

[AKC]

What do you think a fair price for a NEW LIEUTENANT'S RAP would be? I'm talking about a numbered, signed copy. Not a proof. No envelope or peace necklace. I haven't seen one for sale in ages. All I have seen recently are unsigned proofs and other out of series copies. I think they are really scarce but not sure how to place a value.

I'm not sure but I want one badly.....$2,000?

[jhanic]

What do you think a fair price for a NEW LIEUTENANT'S RAP would be? I'm talking about a numbered, signed copy. Not a proof. No envelope or peace necklace. I haven't seen one for sale in ages. All I have seen recently are unsigned proofs and other out of series copies. I think they are really scarce but not sure how to place a value.

I'd say between $1500 and $2000. They do seem exceptionally scarce.

John

[carlosdetweiller]

I am thinking higher than that but I don't really know. That's why I am asking. The unsigned proofs and other out of series copies go for $1100 to $1200, don't they?

I haven't seen the "real McCoy" sold in a long time.

[AKC]

Unsigned Proofs going for around $300 - $400 each.....