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

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Originally Posted by Ricky

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Originally Posted by Patrick

I agree with RF regarding the relatively less expensive collectible books. Go with someone you can trust, and if you want general info and photos of an edition that you are considering (a first edition, for example), don't forget to check out the Catalogs here in the Corner - they're a great reference source.

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I know what they look like, I'm talking about photos of the actual photos of the book that I would be questioning. If anyone expects me to buy their book, I either want photos of said book or a guarantee promising a full refund including shipping if I'm displeased with the book.

I don't collect books to waste money on something that is not as described.

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I find its best to buy local for the more common firsts. Theres tons of them out there, so theres no rush to buy them. Hit Good Will and the Salvation Army as well as book stores and you'll find some great bargains.

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Originally Posted by Ricky

... I don't collect books to waste money on something that is not as described.

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Amen to that. Either see the book or know your seller.

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Originally Posted by e_taylor

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Originally Posted by Ricky

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Originally Posted by Patrick

I agree with RF regarding the relatively less expensive collectible books. Go with someone you can trust, and if you want general info and photos of an edition that you are considering (a first edition, for example), don't forget to check out the Catalogs here in the Corner - they're a great reference source.

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I know what they look like, I'm talking about photos of the actual photos of the book that I would be questioning. If anyone expects me to buy their book, I either want photos of said book or a guarantee promising a full refund including shipping if I'm displeased with the book.

I don't collect books to waste money on something that is not as described.

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I find its best to buy local for the more common firsts. Theres tons of them out there, so theres no rush to buy them. Hit Good Will and the Salvation Army as well as book stores and you'll find some great bargains.

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I have to say part of the reason the collecting bug has bitten me recently is the thrill of going through the hardcovers at the used bookstore and finding that first edition hidden on the shelf. It's pretty exciting, not to mention they are usually pretty cheaply priced!

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Originally Posted by Ves'Ka Gan

I have to say part of the reason the collecting bug has bitten me recently is the thrill of going through the hardcovers at the used bookstore and finding that first edition hidden on the shelf. It's pretty exciting, not to mention they are usually pretty cheaply priced!

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I agree. Unfortunately, I don't have any used book stores around me. Believe me, I've looked! :lol:

Whenever I am going to a new place before I go I google the palce for used book stores and map out the locations. I was in Virginia beach recently and mapped out 5 stores - I only found 1 of them; two others the address was in a private residence!

Last week me and my wife were riding back from a dinner with my daughters and decided to stop at a place called The Virignia Baazare (sp?). We have noticed the sign for this place for years but never went. Pretty interesting place - only open on Sat/Sun and lots and lots of junk but alos good stuff if you look hard enougg. therre was a place that had tons of books but no organization - just boxes and boxes of books. I would need to dedicate several hours to roam though the boxes. Also a place with comics and the same story there!

We will definitely go back some weekend - make a day of it. This place is about 75 miles away from my home!

I LOVE those types of places! Unfortunately, we don't have many around here at all any more. Those are the kinds of stores I grew up with.

John

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Originally Posted by CRinVA

Whenever I am going to a new place before I go I google the palce for used book stores and map out the locations. I was in Virginia beach recently and mapped out 5 stores - I only found 1 of them; two others the address was in a private residence!

Last week me and my wife were riding back from a dinner with my daughters and decided to stop at a place called The Virignia Baazare (sp?). We have noticed the sign for this place for years but never went. Pretty interesting place - only open on Sat/Sun and lots and lots of junk but alos good stuff if you look hard enougg. therre was a place that had tons of books but no organization - just boxes and boxes of books. I would need to dedicate several hours to roam though the boxes. Also a place with comics and the same story there!

We will definitely go back some weekend - make a day of it. This place is about 75 miles away from my home!

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40 from mine :couple:

Let me know when your coming :thumbsup: I'll meet you there and help dump out the boxes.

Mulleins
Cumberland VA

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Originally Posted by wizardsrainbow

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Originally Posted by Scoogs

I couldn't even get a single bid at $200 for an DT IV ARC with artwork, so I would assume it would be a good amount less without.
Then again, some people get crazy over shrinkwrap. :orely:

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Scoogs...I've been watching your auctions and was indeed quite surprised by the lack of interest. What's wrong with people these days. :arg: I was wishing you better luck.

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Listed it one last time.
A few people watching it, but that doesn't really do any good. I feel like I should change the description to "Don't watch, buy!" :D
Don't really have high hopes that it will sell, but I'm also not willing to just give it away so some reseller can repost it next week (no offense to anyone here).

It's usually the people on here who are watching ebay items. If you post your auction details here, people watch it to see how you do.

A high number of watchers does not mean it will sell.

Any suggestions on the value of a 1st Rage and an Insomnia portfolio?. Thanks.

Condition of the Rage is most important. I'd say about $100 for the Insomnia portfolio. That's just a guess, though.

John

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Originally Posted by Fsmdr

Any suggestions on the value of a 1st Rage and an Insomnia portfolio?. Thanks.

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The range of Rage is determined by condition. It could be anywhere from $75 ( poor ) to $500+ for a very fine copy.

The Insomnia portfolio is one of the few signed by King and the artist ( also COTW portfolio ) and is in the $400 range.

Hutch would know! As I said, mine was just a guess.

John

Thanks John and Hutch.

Need advice as to market value for a Rainy Season print.

I would estimated anywhere from $1300-$1500. Being that there are only 100, they can be a little pricey.

Thanks. I look forward to hearing additional opinions.
I am hoping for estimates from Collectors that have bought and sold rare (expensive) King items.

Hey Jerome, I have no idea what it is worth. In fact, I've even forgotten what a Rainy Season print is exactly. I keep thinking of Letters from Hell, which I know it is not. Got a picture for the "just curious" crowd (me)?

Collectors Catalog

http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x...print_full.jpg

Oh yeah! :doh: Thanks. Are you thinking of buying or selling?

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Originally Posted by Randall Flagg

Thanks. I look forward to hearing additional opinions.
I am hoping for estimates from Collectors that have bought and sold rare (expensive) King items.

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I've seen it sell within a large range of asking prices. I lean toward it's retail value between $750-$900.

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Originally Posted by Hutch

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Originally Posted by Randall Flagg

Thanks. I look forward to hearing additional opinions.
I am hoping for estimates from Collectors that have bought and sold rare (expensive) King items.

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I've seen it sell within a large range of asking prices. I lean toward it's retail value between $750-$900.

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I agree with Hutch. $750-$900 for the signed one, $100 for the gray unsigned one.

Some people don't realize that the picture is actually composed of the entire text to the story Rainy Season! Very Clever.

On my wish list, but way out of my price range! :-(

Hey Friends -

Not sure if this is the proper place to post this or not, but I need some advice for insurance purposes.

I've made my first significant DT purchase ( and am so very excited!! ) - I will post pictures once the books arrive, for sure - but in the interim, I'm looking to contact my insurance agent to get the books properly covered.

Here's what I got from a Private Collector :

All First Editions :

Gunslinger - Signed by Michael Whelan. Never read.
Drawning of the Three - Signed by Phil Hale. Never read.
Waste Lands - Never read ( not signed ). Kept in slipcase.
Wizards and Glass - Never read ( not signed ). Kept in slipcase.
Wolves of the Calla - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.
Song of Susannah - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.
Dark Tower - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.

Slipcases included and all in mint condition.

What do you feel the honest insurance value is for these?

As always, I thank you for all your advice and insights.

Regards, turtlex

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Originally Posted by turtlex

Hey Friends -

Not sure if this is the proper place to post this or not, but I need some advice for insurance purposes.

I've made my first significant DT purchase ( and am so very excited!! ) - I will post pictures once the books arrive, for sure - but in the interim, I'm looking to contact my insurance agent to get the books properly covered.

Here's what I got from a Private Collector :

All First Editions :

Gunslinger - Signed by Michael Whelan. Never read.
Drawning of the Three - Signed by Phil Hale. Never read.
Waste Lands - Never read ( not signed ). Kept in slipcase.
Wizards and Glass - Never read ( not signed ). Kept in slipcase.
Wolves of the Calla - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.
Song of Susannah - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.
Dark Tower - Signed Artists Edition. Still in shrink wrap.

Slipcases included and all in mint condition.

What do you feel the honest insurance value is for these?

As always, I thank you for all your advice and insights.

Regards, turtlex

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I'd say in terms of insurance value, not current market value...

DTI - $800
DTII - $100
DTIII - $75
DTIV - $175
DTV - $175
DTVI - $150
DTVII - $100

So $1575...ish

That said, you may not need extra insurance, it would obviously depend on the policy, but the last time I called my insurance company they said everything in the house is covered by the basic home owner's insurance. It is important however to make a catalouge and take lots of pictures in order to prove what you have.