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Any suggestions on how i can determine if the books are rare and value. The term antique currency applies to what anyone might consider old currency. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. However, some antique dealers are trying to lower the age requirement to include items over 50 years old. The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to check on how much similar copies are currently being offered for. Shop dressers and other antique and modern storage pieces from the worlds best furniture dealers. For many book collectors, the value of their antique books is more than a specific monetary value. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name.
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