Although the franklin mint produced primarily medallic issues, they were also one of the worlds largest and most prestigous private mints in the 1960s through 1980s, and produced mint, proof, and commemorative silver coin sets for many countries around the world. John wayne hand painted sculptures limited edition from the franklin mint. Fine in gilt decorated full light brown leather covered boards with two raised bands on the spine, gilt edges to the text block, silk end papers and a silk placement ribbon sewin at the head of the spine and with gilt edging to the text block. Search the franklin mint archive for franklin mint gold coins from all over the world. Franklin library leatherbound books towns end books. Guide to franklin mint collector plates lovetoknow.
Condition affects price much more than for say, textbooks, or trade size paperback fiction for example. The franklin library was a division of the franklin mint that produced fine collector edition books over three decades ending in 2000. His wife had bought these when they came out thirty to forty years ago, but his wife recently passed and. While the franklin mint does include in its catalog a number of legaltender regular coins, a good number of the coin products sold by the. The 100 greatest books of all time franklin library leather bindings complete collection. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. If you love collecting, then you need to take a look at the wide variety of collectibles available from franklin mint. Analyze historical pricing trends and compare adjacent grades. From the early 1970s until 2000, franklin library, a division of the franklin mint developed a following by providing beautifully bound editions. However, they are famous for selling all kinds of coins, both legaltender and privately manufactured. Announcing a new opportunity for collectors the franklin mint gold medal portfolio of western art a limited edition of individually signed prints of the complete collection of ten paintings which have been awarded the first franklin mint gold medals for. See todays franklin mint plates for sale, best offer and auction. Alices adventures in wonderland by lewis carroll 1975. The franklin library, affiliated with the franklin mint, produced classic books, designed especially for collectors.
These were supposedly the 100 greatest books or whatever. A celebration of twenty legendary automobiles depicted in authentic advertisements form franklin mint. I recently rediscovered a bunch of them in my basement, still in the boxes in mint condition. The value of franklin mint and other private mint sets are based primarily the silver bullion value, but other factors include rarity, condition, attractiveness, completeness, etc. Sell franklin mint silver collections and estates from the privacy of your home. Franklin books were designed and bound by the sloves organization. Shop online for franklin mint merchandise, tshirts, clothing, apparel, posters and accessories. I also sold rare book cellar the franklin library of mystery masterpieces. By the time 1969 rolled around, they only issued 24 proof tokens.
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Complete franklin library 100 greatest books of all time. A reader inquires about the value of his franklin mint bicentennial sterling silver. The franklin mint sells coins, medals, jewelry, diecast vehicles, dolls, sculpture and other collectibles. There were only 27 proof tokens issued in 1965, up to a high of 96 proofs issued in 1967. Whether you are looking for an individual book or a complete home library, we have an extensive inventory of classics, nonfiction, rare and unique bindings, as well as collections and sets that can be viewed by clicking on the subcategory icon or by. What is the value of a franklin mint 100 greatest books of. The franklin library, a division of the franklin mint, was a publisher of fine collector. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. Rare coin collector provides an archive of franklin mint gold coins. There are a few notable exceptions from the signed 60 or signed limited edition series and several titles in the 25th anniversary of the great books of the western world series, but the pulitzer prize books are undersold by only the first edition society series which. Where can i find the value of franklin mint collectibles.
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The franklin mint produced proof tokens from 1965 to 1969. Franklin library new, used and rare books and ephemera at biblio. I joined the franklin library book amonthtype club back in the mid 80s. Get the best deal for franklin mint collectibles from the largest online selection at. The franklin mint norman rockwell christmas plate series was issued for six years, from 1970 through 1975. Last week we picked up a full set of franklin librarys 100 greatest books of all time from the 11th story of an old folks home, from a gent who recently turned 97 years of age. The franklin library, a division of the franklin mint, was a publisher of fine collector edition books from the early 1970s until 2000.
Franklin mint sterling silver ingot 46 greatest stamps of the world vintage. Buying from the franklin mint is straightforward and easy, but the prices offered on the website exhibit very high premiums far above what most other reputable sources for silver and gold bullion will charge for precisely the same items. Some observers believe that over the years, surviving franklin mint coins and medals could slowly gain in value, if the supply is permanently ended. What is the value of a franklin mint 100 greatest books of all time complete collection in good to excellent condition. Franklin library first edition identification and publisher information. Shop classic editions for a great selection of rare and antiquarian collectible books, from signed first editions, to fine art photobooks and intricate book binding. All franklin library editions are now considered outofprint and many are scarce and highly collectible but that doesnt mean you cant find treasured past and present editions on the marketplace. Known for beautiful leather bindings, franklin library books were published in three styles. The 100 greatest books of all time franklin library leather bindings complete collection franklin library on. Online shopping from a great selection at books store.
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