Are old encyclopedias worth any money?

Are old encyclopedias worth any money?

Though a lack of relevance renders most complete encyclopedia set values at less than $75, there are some rare editions that have historical value. Older sets of encyclopedias can carry excellent value as well, especially if they’re in good condition.

How much does a set of encyclopedias sell for?

Prices among reputable encyclopedia publishers range from about $300 to $1,499. Parents can bring those books within reach, however, by seeking out a number of discount programs or by scouring second-hand bookstores for an older set of encyclopedias.

What should I do with my 30 year old encyclopedia?

Recycling encyclopedias Call your local library and ask if you may donate your set to be sold. Put it up for giveaway on freecycle.org. If they’re really old — say, more than 100 years — call a rare bookseller and ask if they’re worth anything. Find out if a local recycler takes them.

Does Goodwill accept encyclopedias?

Donate the encyclopedia set to Goodwill or The Salvation Army. They take donations of all kinds, including books and even encyclopedia sets.

Does anybody buy old encyclopedias?

Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc., receive donations of tons of old encyclopedias, dictionaries and reference books but send them to recycling centers or dumps as they cannot use or sell them. You can check online for old book collectors, on EBay, Craigs List and other retail sites for possibilities.

Does anyone buy encyclopedias anymore?

Do they still sell encyclopedias?

The World Book Encyclopedia is the only general A-Z print research source still published today.

Should I throw away old books?

For paperback books, you can recycle the book whole, including the binding. If either your books or magazines have gotten wet or the paper has turned tan or brown, they should be thrown away with your household trash, as there is no recycling market for this material.