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Forthcoming auction sale: 3 early Methuen albums for sale

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Why do Birds
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#1 · Posted: 8 Mar 2010 23:22
3 classic old editions in exceptional condition!
One lot, made up of second printings of: The Shooting Star, Red Rackham's Treasure and Destination Moon.

Auction details here.
rodney
Member
#2 · Posted: 9 Mar 2010 02:04
I checked this out and they say the estimated selling price is 200 - 300 pounds.
Is this a reasonable price for these editions?
Does anyone have an idea if these are worth bidding for?

I'm just thinking of bidding and wanted to see if their price range was reasonable?
number1fan
Member
#3 · Posted: 9 Mar 2010 06:24
Dont they look great with the red spine if there first editions then they should go for around that.But if there not they shouldn't.
Why do Birds
Member
#4 · Posted: 9 Mar 2010 08:10
Well I've seen these same editions sell for more than the estimate (taking the fact that it is a lot of 3 on offer into consideration).
jock123
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#5 · Posted: 9 Mar 2010 09:01
rodney:
I'm just thinking of bidding and wanted to see if their price range was reasonable?

If by that you mean, "Do these books sell for that sort of money?", the answer is, "Yes".
If you mean, "Could I find these books for less than the estimate?", the answer is also, "Yes".
If you are asking "What are these books worth?", then that is a question which only you can answer, as only you could say what amount of money is a reasonable price as you know your own circumstances.
Balancing your ability to afford something with your desire to have it will tell you if it is worth it.
The thing to remember is that the guide price is a guess by the auctioneer as to what the books might fetch - often arrived at by expert knowledge of what similar books have fetched in previous sales, but sometimes no better than sticking a finger in the air to test the wind. If no one bid against you, and the seller hadn't set a reserve (a minimum price at which the auctioneer could sell them), you could get them for next to nothing, or find yourself paying far more than the estimate. Do remember that when you buy in an auction house, you have to pay tax on the item price, a fee to the auctioneer, and further tax on the fee, which all can add up to 25% or more of the amount bid. Buyer beware!
rodney
Member
#6 · Posted: 10 Mar 2010 02:53
Hey!

I'm simply asking is this price range a fair estimate based on their current condition and that i would not be bidding for them for an over priced amount.
If it's a reasonable price whereby these editions sell for that price then I'm happy to make a bid, I just wanted to check beforehand!

Thanks for the input :)
Why do Birds
Member
#7 · Posted: 10 Mar 2010 10:35
I think that jock123 is giving a fair answer. Auction estimates are a guide and lots often go for half or for double the amount. This can be down to the fact that there is a currently strong market, or simply because two bidders really want to buy the same thing! Occasionally auction 'experts' also over/undervalue some things. There are a lot of things that come into play.

Trying to work out a fair estimate involves a few factors. I would say that in the case of early editions of Tintin 'condition is king', and in this case the condition looks exceptional. Rodney you should consider contacting the auctioneers to ask them to confirm the condition. It is very hard to find these books without some damage so for that reason I think the price is good.

On the other hand, you might consider the fact that from the outset, the Methuen Tintins had quite healthy print runs, but for me that's why it all comes back to condition!
robbo
Member
#8 · Posted: 10 Mar 2010 13:47
If the photos are accurate then they probably will go for at least that. They look in pristine condition, and that is rare.

mat
number1fan
Member
#9 · Posted: 10 Mar 2010 17:59
I have seen these editions in a book shop but half mangled at that tea stained colour they go after years,I would love to find these pristine copies.
Why do Birds
Member
#10 · Posted: 23 Mar 2010 00:07
I have spoken with the auction official in charge of the sale, and he told me that, 'The condition is such that my assistant was initially convinced that the books had been remade. They are exceptional copies'. There we go!

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