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Value of a Set of 1768 Encyclopedia Britannica?

Value of a Set of 1768
 Encyclopedia Britannica - books on bookshelfI have a 1768 Encyclopedia Britannica set. The copyright is 1971. Here is the first book which is the index. I also have volumes 1 - 23. Is it worth anything?

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February 17, 20180 found this helpful
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Taking a look at your books and seeing the cover and the condition of them, they are not from 1768. Yes, these could have information in them from 1768, but they are actually reproduced in 1971. In all reality this set isn't worth much at all. The books you have were not actually printed in 1768, but were printed in 1971.

I'm a bit surprised because on eBay people are asking $350 to $650 for this set. I'm a bit surprised to say the least. Sorry, but normally books that are reproduced don't bring such a high value as the ones from 1768. If you look up online you can see the difference in the cover and pages of these books back in 1768.

 
June 24, 20201 found this helpful

I have 1768 index to volumes 1 to 23 copywrite 1966 catalog card number 66-10173

 

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February 17, 20180 found this helpful

Books have value when they are over 100 years old. 1971 books dont fit that criteria.

 
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