Is any of that junk in your attic worth some money. The national geographic society has been in the business of teaching people about the earth for over 100 years. Condition varies but most are in very good to new condition. Bought a house at auction and it has a bunch of old natgeo mags. I tore the ads out of my 1960s national geographics and sold them to a person who was selling things at a flea market. Feb 25, 2017 my father collected national geographic and has bequeathed me a near complete collection from 193284. With a us circulation of over 5 million per issue, multiplied by 12 issues per year, multiplied by over 120 years equals a damn big pile of magazine just about anywhere you. Earliest i found is june 1943, till the 90s doesnt look like every issue is here. National geographic website issues index standard issues most issues available from 1930 to present. This is a random assortment of national geographic magazines from 1960 up to around 1987.
We sell back issues, used magazines, past issues and old mags at competitive prices, most orders ship next business day. National geographic magazines 19401979 for sale ebay. The answer is yes, the magazine is highly collectable as stated earlier. Stumbled upon a box of old national geographic editions in grandmas attic. H murayama was a very successful artist who did a tremendous amount of work for the national geographic magazine from the 1920s up to the early 1940s. Certain copies of 1960 life magazines are worth more, including those having to do with that years presidential race. I recently discovered a whole collection of national geographic magazines my grandparents had subscribed to. When considering the sale of a collection or looking for information about the worth of a personal collection, valuing the magazines can take a little time and research. In 2001 national geographic released a cdrom containing every highlydetailed postersized map supplement published between 1888 and 2000. What to do with several dozen old national geographics. Of course im talking about shelf after shelf of national geographic magazine. Vintage national infographic blog by juan velasco, art director at national geographic, provides supplemental information about ng maps and charts.
Appraising the collection of national geographic magazine. Despite their the cool pictures and somewhat historical nature, theyre not worth anythingbelieve me, i checked. Most people collected them and moved them from house to house along with the family silver, while throwing out nearly. I just want to know if they are worth money to keep or just throw away. The worth of a magazine is not determined by date alone, although typically, the. All books are in excellent condition and contain blackwhite and color photographs. The only issue of national geographic you should ever try to sell on ebay so collectible that they are nearly worthle ss. Do national geographic magazines have value answers. My father collected national geographic and has bequeathed me a near complete collection from 193284. Ive tried selling them, with no luck, but dont want to just dump them. If you have ever been to a thrift store or garage sale that is selling used magazines, you have likely been looking at a whole lot of yellow.
Does national geographic publish anything other than its flagship title. National geographic magazines 19801999 for sale ebay. If you just cant bear to toss it that quickly, set boundaries that will work for you. National geographic magazine is a great source for quests and adventures beyond the usual realm of knowledge. There are also a collection of old maps that national geographic published as well.
On the evening of january, 1888, thirtythree men traveled on foot, horseback, and in horsedrawn carriages through the streets of washington to the cosmos club, then on lafayette square across from the white house. National geographic magazines 19141930 what is it worth a rarely collection of the annual hardbound volumes of the national geographic magazine. If the magazines smell even a little old, theyre not worth anything. National geographic, in print since 1888, is often cited as an example. Determining whether or not old life magazines are worth more than their cover prices is a matter of time and patience.
My father collected national geographic and has bequeathed me a near. How to sell national geographic magazines pen and the pad. A comprehensive national geographic magazine collectors guide. National geographic magazines can be fun to look at, with articles about exotic locations and unique people and creatures.
Charles scribners sons, 1934, first edition with dust jacket, sold for. His short answer is, the early issues certainly do. Some of these collections can sell for 30 dollars while some are as much as 150. Yes, national geographic publishes various map supplements, special editions, books, and travel guides. The secret to national geographic s maps is an 80year old font smithsonian of interest whether youre a collector or not. Find the terracotta colored number 1 or others from the 1880s. The national geographic society is not a party to and does not endorse or promote any particular sales or trade arrangements between collectors, dealers, or others. Despite their the cool pictures and somewhat historical nature, theyre not worth anything believe me, i checked. The entire collection contains 34 volumes, 2 volumes p read more. Family circle 1st norma jean marilyn monroe national cover. Next, go through this list with each book that seems promising.
An old book collector once told me that for a book to be rare there had to be fewer. Though its true most magazines are worth very little, its also true that even lowvalue magazines can add up. Great deals on national geographic magazines 19801999. One of the more intriguing aspects of collecting national geographic is their inclusion. Value of old national geographics, and readers digests. Sep 06, 2008 try the national geographic collectors corner.
Any sales or trade arrangements are solely between users of this site. A guide to selling national geographic magazines revised. The entire collection contains 34 volumes, 2 volumes per year from 1914 through 1930. In that time it has published hundreds of magazines about science, nature and animals. A guide to selling national geographic magazines revised 31. I used to work at a used bookstore and we dreaded when people showed up with old national geos and life. I have collected national geographic magazines for many years and have nearly every issue from 1960 to 2019, and many from the 1950s, 40s, 30s, 20s and a few from 1918 and 19. A guide to selling national geographic magazines revised 31 dec 2015 posted by melvin l. Cannot be sent to prisons you may also like these magazines. I have a lot of old national geographic books for sale, i have a total of 87 books all in really fair condition. June 1985 with the famous afghan girl cover is worth about 20 bucks.
Separate all damaged, moldy or torn issues from the quality ones. It did not became a monthly until 1896, after which everyone saved them, so it is only the very rare first few issues that command high premiums. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. Those national geographic s are only going to become valuable when people start to get rid of.
Dont throw them out,id appreciate having them,for free or negotiable. The worth of a magazine is not determined by date alone, although typically, the older the magazine, the higher its value. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Voracious readers often ask themselves are old national geographic magazines worth any money. Dont get rid of it, check in antique stores that have old books check the price on the sales ticket, dont ask the clerk what its worth call the national geographic magazine. Nov 24, 2007 this is the case with the hundreds of boxed national geographic magazines margaret and conrad gave us a couple of years ago. Buy national geographic magazines and get the best deals.
National geographic society creator is shrewd, skeptical and tranquil. Great deals on national geographic magazines 19401979. Later, but still very old, redcover issues also have substantial value. Mar 23, 2017 the national geographic society has been in the business of teaching people about the earth for over 100 years. Bill brown for money 170304 imho nat geographic collection. I was wondering if theyre worth anything or if i can even put it up on ebay if theyre any good.
Hyman is often asked whether old national geographic magazines have any value. How to donate old national geographic magazines pen and the pad. The books have to be in an excellent condition and even the slightest of damage can lower its price. However it lacks a quality grading scale that would determine its value. When collecting, people are in general constantly after the full deal and the value of national geographic magazine collection in whole could be worth tens of thousands of dollars. Compile a list of your issues and the condition of each one. Dec 18, 2003 i have in my possession 30 years of old national geographic magazines. National geographic little kids first big book of the. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. But, national geographic society creator is also laidback. The amount of cash you can expect to receive for an old magazine or newspaper varies greatly. Its true that some old magazines and newspapers can have high monetary value, but popular magazine collections like national geographic and sports illustrated can be difficult to find a purchaser for because these are fairly easy to come by.
National geographic magazines 19141930 what is it worth a. It seems that issues with maps still in them are considered complete, and complete consecutive runs are prized. According to xyz collectibles, there are many old national geographic magazines that are worth money. A guide to selling national geographic magazines revised 19. Dealers especially like the old coke ads often times on the back cover of national geographic. Use the resources in this article to determine how much your magazines are worth and find buyers so you can turn dads old stash into cash. I know this is an older message, but for any interested scarce bookrescue program in glen ellyn takes all older books, encyclopedias, and national geographic magazines. The only issue of national geographic you should ever try to. Back issue price guide national geographic magazine. National geographic magazines great deals on books. Is there any value in 1920s1970s national geographic.
May 30, 2010 something that is worth 25 cents at a yard sale to me could sale for 3 or 4 hundred dollars to a collector. Thanks examples include hyper magazine,nintendo magazine,mean machines,game informer,retro gamer magazine, anything else really game related from the. What can i do with my national geographic magazine collection. Books and maps dated after 1930 also have little or no interest to collectors. Old copies of national geographic, filled with animal and nature. National geographic magazines are fun periodicals full of interesting information, vivid pictures and facts about various topics. Although this publication remains popular and noteworthy, especially in terms of its photography, there are just far too many lying around basements and stored away in closets to be worth much. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books. How much are 1940 national geographic magazine worth answers.
If youve acquired too many national geographic magazines, you may want to sell part, or all, of your collection. How to place an order magazine title index magazine condition grading. Are national geographic magazinesbooks worth anything. National geographic new, used and rare books and ephemera at. The magazine is also famous for its detailed maps and stunning awardwinning photography and is often kept by readers for years as a collectible. Please keep in mind that dealers are in the business to make money. The value of national geographic magazines from 1959 to 1969 varies depending on the condition of the magazines. Here is a list of the 20 books that can get you a whole lot of money. Miscellaneous newspapers sheet music books paperbacks catalogsephemera 7845lp records. Folks buy the ads to frame them or to collect them. If you are a subscriber, chances are you have many magazines around your home. Just checking if there is somebody out there who still collects this stuff and wouldnt mind adding some to their collection. Value of national geogrphic magazines from 195969 answers.
There are 37 magazines and they are all in good condition. An old book collector once told me that for a book to be rare there had to be. The only issue of national geographic you should ever try to sell on ebay. Subscribe to national geographic at the lowest magazine. In this sequel to the bestselling 50 states, 5,000 ideas, national geographic turns to the most pristine and adventurefilled national, state, and city parks of the united states and canada, with 5,000 ideas for the ultimate vacation. We recycle them to third world countries, or at the very worst, use a high tech recycling company that chips hardboard books and results in 99% paper production out of recycled.
Certain issues of life are always valued more highly than others. Nov 28, 2012 national geographic magazines 19141930 what is it worth a rarely collection of the annual hardbound volumes of the national geographic magazine. What can i do with my national geographic magazine. National geographic maintains a list of organizations on its website that welcome magazine donations. The date range is from approximately 19331963, with only about 2 or 3 editions missing in between. The only issue of national geographic you should ever try. Are my national geographic magazines worth anything. As the worlds largest independent marketplace for new, used and rare books, you always get the best in service and value when you buy from, and all. How to donate old national geographic magazines pen and. How to find the collectors value on national geographic. They have little if any value these days because of so many years, that publication stood alone for its photography and writing. This is the case with the hundreds of boxed national geographic magazines margaret and conrad gave us a couple of years ago.
Is the national geographic magazine worth anything. Mar 15, 2012 national geographic magazines 19141930 what is it worth a rarely collection of the annual hardbound volumes of the national geographic magazine. Wanted free old video game magazines kellyville,dundas and surrounds. They do have alot of history knowledge and i didnt know if i should keep them or trash them. Altruistic motives set aside, the magazine is essentially highly collectable.