Most valuable matchbook covers book

The downside is that, unless there is a club near you, youll have boxing and mailing again, and the auctioning process may take several months, perhaps. The front and back covers were printed on somerset. People have been playing with matchbox cars and collecting them since they first appeared on the market. Matt klein loves the fiery passions of matchbook collectors. Covers in mint condition, whose strikers are unscratched, are the most valuable. Only 111 copies were printed with these softcover books housed in a perspex case. Front striker front strike a cover which has the striker located on the front flap, being visible when looking at the front of a closed matchbook. Matchbook album matchcover collecting albums and supplies. Phillumenists, as matchbook collectors are known, shuck matchbooks by carefully prying open the staple to remove the matches from the inside of the cover.

In japan, teiichi yoshizawa was listed in the guinness book. Updated and expanded, this edition highlights 10,000 items in more than 150 categories ranging from airlines to zoos, details the history of the match and matchcover collecting, and provides tips for new collectors. Top 50 rare and valuable books the following books are considered by many collectors to be the most rare and valuable. With ebay, most people in the hobby wont even see your offerings. Hobbymasters matchbook album is a large 3 thick and includes 10 12pocket ez in plastic pages to hold 20strike, 30strike and 10strike matchbooks. Judging by their web site, the match group seems a fairly runofthemill custom matches concern. Good bookkeeping also keeps things running smoothly and efficiently. See more ideas about vintage, cover and light my fire. An online museum of some of the rarest and most desireable matchbooks and. Shown at top are matchbooks while most of the rest you see are matchcovers. This matchcover would be an outstanding addition to your matchcover and matchbook collection. Lesley products made the first matchbox car in 1953. For safety reasons, most collectors prefer to shuck the matches from matchbooks and save only the cover, lain flat.

Collectible advertisement matchbooks for sale ebay. A proper peter pan book finally appeared in 1906, called peter pan in kensington gardens. Matchbook collecting is easy to do and always provides a great conversation piece when entertaining. Years later, many of those nowvintage matchbooks have become collectors items.

List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia. Diane hunter was one of the early 1950s most popular pinup models, having been featured in several calendars and finally the november 1954 issue of playboy. Matchbooks, casino memorabilia, casino, collectibles. New listing vintage 1940s welchs grape juice matchbook cover food fruit drink advertising. Most collectors house their covers in 3ring binders, with the covers either on specially cut pages in which the covers can be inserted now rapidly becoming obsolete, or in the current plastic, seethrough pages especially designed for the various sizes of match covers see the supplies page for page dealers. Membership in rms is open to all matchcover and matchbox collectors who are interested in increasing their knowledge of our hobby and developing trading friendships. See more ideas about matchbox art, vintage advertisements and vintage labels. I totally need the copy of the the wonderful wizard of oz in my life. A matchcover, or matchbook cover, is a thin cardboard covering that folds over match sticks in a book or pack of matches. The 20 most valuable books you might have at home daily. Lileks provides commentary and background on each one. Incense match books assorted variety scented matches lot of 16 fragrance 480.

It is now recognized as the rarest and most valuable matchbook cover in the world according to the guinness book of world records. You wont get rich collecting matchbooks most covers are worth no. Johannes gutenberg, printed 1456, 180 copies known to exist. The worlds most valuable childrens books do you have one. Another reader wante dto know the value of a book about booker t. It is listed in the guinness book of world records as the valuable matchcover in the. These matches are then discarded and the covers are stored flat. Oct 05, 2012 i got two questions recently about matchbooks from people who came across my blog post about a matchbook covers collection sold at auction. But most cover prices will not be hurt by the lack of matches because many collectors keep only covers to save. Most of his purchases are of matches from 1960 or earlier, and he focuses on north american matchbooks predominantly from the u. Any covers by these manufacturers are treasures, some more than others, though. But, it was the disasters that give those covers special value, and those are rare. It had some spanish senorita artwork on the cover, said klein, an ebay seller. In most matchbook collections, only the match covers are collected.

Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. In early september of 1994, however, the washington crisps fullbook, c. Other books featured multiple times on the list are the gutenberg bible, the first folio of shakespeare s plays and the north american indian with four separate copies. The diamond match company promptly purchased puseys patent he remained diamonds attorney for the rest of his life, and in 1894, a company. Make offer vintage matchbook box matchbox cover walt disney world hilton american vineyards vintage full matchbook, four queens hotel and casino downtown las vegas. Matchbook cover, world war ii, uncle sam a matchcover, or matchbook cover, is a thin cardboard covering that folds over match sticks in a book or pack of matches. The home for the rocky mountain matchcover collectors club. Incense match books assorted variety scented matches lot of. Some of the matches have a design on them when the cover is opened. Some unusual book shaped covers feature intricate detail on the spine. Feb 01, 2016 and the most valuable matchbook in existence might be an 1896 book promoting the mendelson opera company in new york one of the first examples of a matchbook used as an advertisement. Valuable books can turn up at yard sales and book sales, too, where you can buy them for next to nothing.

I wasnt around when the matchbook collection was sold, but i suspect that it didnt go for much. I found this book very helpful as a reference for matchbook collecting. Stars command more, obviously, and there is a premium for books still complete with the original matches. The famous charles lindbergh matchcover, dated june 14, 1927, is the most coveted in the hobby. Book cover design book design owl books owl logo matchbox art stockton california california usa vintage advertisements advertising ads the owl club, stockton, california usa match book cover vtg feature matchbook joe marshs spindletop restaurant, cocktail, new york. Updated and expanded, this edition highlights 10,000 items in more than 150. Five of the most expensive cookbooks youll probably never own. Get the best deal for collectible matchbooks from the largest online selection at. The two matchbook covers from the sixties differ in exposure and density, so the one in better condition was chosen as the one to display open in the sink mat. Matchbooks have been around since 1892, when joshua pusey patented the idea of paper matches, whose tips were.

Incense match books assorted variety scented matches lot of 16. The second most valuable book on the list is a first edition of the hobbit by j. The pages are archival safe with no acid, vinyl or pvc to damage your covers. Arthur rackham provided illustrations and its the artwork that makes this book so appealing to lovers of collectible childrens books. Get the best deal for collectable matchboxes from the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on collectible advertisement matchbooks when you shop the largest online selection at.

To keep your prized novelty collectable matchboxes and matchbooks in prime condition, a brass match case cover is the perfect choice. Even though the most valuable books of the 20th century predate the 1960s, there are a fair number of books. Each sold at auction for thousands, and in some cases, hundreds of thousands of dollars. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Age when it comes to matchbooks most collectors consider old to mean wwii era and earlier. Cataloged as u1u4 in jefferson burdicks american card catalog, they help fill a void in what was at the time, a pretty lean era for baseball cardtype collectibles. Matchbooks have been around since 1892, when joshua pusey patented the idea of paper matches, whose tips were dipped in a solution of sulphur and phosphorus and then stapled to a piece of cardboard. I personally collect books from any decade, i am more into the designs and a new cover is just as cool to me as a super old one. Matchcovers and matchbooks the books, music, art, and. This illuminating guide provides the most accurate and comprehensive coverage of this popular collectible. And, most of them are not in the most desirable categories to start with. Do not strike any of the matches on the striker strip on the covers, doing so renders the cover less than mint condition and please do not cut the strike strip off the bottom, this is called a bobtail and they are considered worthless at that point. Matches come in a wide variety of sizes and special shapes.

Almost all collectors flatten their books like this for display, storage, and safety reasons. Since 1894, when pabst beer ordered the first promotional matchbooks on record ever made, businesses and individuals have been placing their logos, slogans, and artwork on matchbook covers to promote their products and services. Average, runofthemill covers and this is the vast majority of material go for. Musical novelty collectable matchboxes and matchbooks are a rare.

Most collectors house their covers in 3ring binders, with the covers either on specially cut pages in which the covers can be inserted now rapidly becoming obsolete, or in the current plastic, seethrough pages especially designed for the various sizes of match covers. Hes made a career out of buying and selling matchbooks on ebay. The last patent on it is 1, 839,846, which would have been issued early in 1932. When more people smoked, more shops and restaurants had a box of matchbooks by the counter, often under a small sign that read for our matchless friends. You wont get rich collecting matchbooks most covers are worth no more. First editions of wellloved books can become the most prized in literature. Website dedicated to collecting matchbooks, matchcovers and matchboxes. Follow prewar cards on twitter and also be sure to like our page on facebook. Always popular because of the history and nostalgia involved, these great covers are wanted by most discerning collectors and noncollectors alike. Most of his purchases are of matches from 1960 or earlier, and he focuses on north american matchbooks. As a small child i knew there was a double meaning there, but i couldnt quite grasp what it was.

Collecting 1930s matchbooks sports collectors daily. The comprehensive reference book and price guide to matchcovers, 2nd edition. Check out 11 of the most collectible books of the decade below and then troll your own shelves or set your folks back home on a scavenger hunt through those dusty boxes of old books. Book cover design book design owl books owl logo matchbox art stockton california california usa vintage advertisements advertising ads the owl club, stockton, california usa match book cover vtg feature matchbook. It is listed in the guinness book of world records as the. Most of his purchases are of matches from 1960 or earlier, and he focuses on north american. Used as a highly successful advertising campaign, matchbook companies put popular players from different sports on matchbook covers to attract customers. Here, you consign your covers to a club which will auction them off piecemeal through its bulletin. The comprehensive reference book and price guide to matchcovers, 2nd edition bill retskin, john williams on. Most of the books on the below list dont get anywhere near the most expensive books ever soldbut unlike any of those, the books below could be yours today. There are other pricey variations of the white album around, but none will likely match this charttopping auction record. See more ideas about matchbook, matchbook art, matchbox. Detail of a vintage match cover matchbox aldous huxleys words and their meanings book cover. If you have one of these rare books sitting on a shelf somewhere, get ready to cash in.

Finally, a free book of matches came with every pack of cigarettes. A handful of matchbook covers sold at auction, nicely tucked in plastic in. Matchbook seller turns cardboard into gold ebay inc. You wont get rich collecting matchbooks most covers are worth no more than a few cents each, so most folks do it because they love it. At one time, most navy ships issued their own matchbooks. A listing of the red and black marlboro matchcovers that were issued in the late 1990s for various businesses. Matchbooks, casino memorabilia, casino, collectibles picclick. It is a good book for beginners and experienced collectors alike. Value depends on the particular design, since most of the covers here were produced with stock designs used in great numbers. Sep, 2016 the most valuable matchbook covers in the series belong to bronko nagurski and red grange. Given that there are as many as four pictures on some pages and the book totals 272 pages. James lileks gallery of 400 matchbooks from coffee shops, hotels, motels, bars, banks, restaurants and more.

Matchbooks have been around since 1892, when joshua pusey patented the idea of paper matches, whose tips. Age the older the vintage matchbooks ebay has listed, the more valuable they may. Hidden treasures on your bookshelf bottom line inc. While all of the 1954 editions of the magazine are valuable. Youre going to be dealing in covers by the thousands, most probably, so organization is imperative. Fragile treasures the worlds most valuable paperbacks. The picture shown on this page is a fifth printing, but the first printing is identical. Matchbooks from two night clubs, a desoto car and an ad for a book. Some of the matchbook covers are close to actual size while others are blown up to fill the page. Matchcover collecting is a truly worldwide hobby, with collectors and collecting.

The diamond matchbook company produced four sets of baseball matchbook covers from 19341937. The owl club, stockton, california usa match book cover book cover. Covers have been used as a form of advertising since 1894, two years after they were patented, and since then, have attracted people who enjoy the hobby of collecting. Rare large format matchbox label designed and published in india. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The earliest one is 1, 733, 258, which correlates to the patent being issued in 1929. Five of the most expensive cookbooks youll probably never. Display your vintage matchboxes matchcovers and matchbooks collection proudly in our matchbook albums and matchcover albums. May 28, 2015 matt klein loves the fiery passions of matchbook collectors.