The godordevil dilemma argument for the book of mormon. Websites used and rare bookseller websites that bring together sellers prices. Bsbs00003 purchase now via paypal the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news. Since 1981, he has been writing about rare mormon documents. First two editions of the book of mormon available. This is important because the latterday saints make such a point about it containing the fullness of. Items are arranged in alphabetical title sequence images not scaled. I have a 1908 book by charles dickens a christmas carol with a green furry cover and what would appear to be a signed portrait on the first page. The prices listed in the pcgs price guide are average dealer asking prices for pcgsgraded coins. Where the book of mormon makes statements that reflect biblical truths and values as it often does, even though it is not quoting the bible, here again the book of mormon may be viewed as containing significant truth. The book of mormon, rlds church see all items with this value. The browser you are using may not allow you to complete a purchase on this site.
Title page, translated from the book of mormon plates testimony of the three witnesses and also testimony of the eight witnesses preface to the 2016 edition preface to the 1908 edition books of the book of mormon first nephi second nephi jacob enos jarom omni words of mormon mosiah alma helaman third nephi fourth nephi mormon ether moroni. May, 2019 the best thing to do if youre serious about finding out the value of your books to have a professional book appraiser or bookseller evaluate your collection. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news. The ten most expensive mormon books meridian magazine. The pricing history of the first edition book of mormon is quite interesting. See class notes to study the book of mormon as we did this year. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies.
The value of your book depends on many things, so a professional appraisal is important whether you are planning to sell the book or to continue collecting books of the same type. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. Since 1972, hajicek has been studying mormon origins. This is the fourth chicago edition from the press of henry c. This edition of the book of mormon closely follows the 1908 authorized edition.
Heres the full list of the rare and out of print mormon books, lds lessons, scriptures and manuscripts. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to adherents, contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The mormon religion was officially founded in 1830 when the book of. The book of mormon jesus christ, restoration church of. In 1986, while preparing the text for first nephi of the study book of mormon project, zarahemla research foundation began a wordforword comparison of the original and printers manuscripts with the 1830,1837,1840,1874, 1892 and 1908 editions. Where the book of mormon repeats what the bible says, it is true. Today, the lds church is most prevalent in the united states, latin america, canada, europe, the. The book of mormon the first book of nephi his reign and ministry chapter 1 an account of lehi and his wife sariah, and his four sons, being called beginning at the eldest, laman, lemuel, sam, and nephi. Oct 10, 2014 on pawn stars, owner rick harrison was offered one of the most expensive books thatd ever been in the shop. Project gutenberg has the full text of the book of mormon in various formats lds chapters and numbering rlds 1908 book of mormon rlds chapters and numbering the book of mormon.
I have done my best to represent the condition of the book in the photos. I totally need the copy of the the wonderful wizard of oz in my life. The humanities department has resources to help you find out. History of the manuscripts of the book of mormon by shirley r. This 1840 book of mormon reprint was carefully revised by joseph smith jr. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel. This hardcover book was published by fourth chicago edition press of henry c.
Before you use the price guide, you should read the following information very carefully. The rlds 1908 edition, rlds 1966 edition, the church of christ temple lot edition, and. This area of mormon memorabilia provides a listing of books relating to mormonism or religion. Jun 21, 2011 as previously mentioned, tickets to upcoming showings of the book of mormon are, for the most part, significantly more expensive than the face value of these same tickets. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Book of mormon 1908 edition northern states mission.
Private collector of rare mormon books, the 1830 first edition book of mormon, mormon art and artifacts, historic mormon paintings, autographed historical documents, early mormon historical photographs, mormon imprints from palmyra, zion, kirtland, and nauvoo, and anything related to the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Cover has many scuff marks, and there is some wear at the corners and on the edges of. Smith refuted this assertion in a 1901 letter, believing such a manuscript possesses no value whatever. Book of mormon 1908 northern states mission edition. A critical text of the book of mormon was published in 19841987 by the foundation for ancient research and mormon studies. Book of mormon 1908 4th chicago edition for sale online ebay. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first. The book of mormon is a collection of writings by ancient prophets and their record. Morton and church of jesus christ of latterday saints page images at hathitrust book of mormon and zions religioliterary society lamoni, iowa, herald pub. The spiritual text that forms the basis of mormonism, in the last edition edited by its founder, joseph smith, jr. My greatgreatgrandfather received it in massachusetts and brought it out west through missouri and finally. 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. Minimal wear to toe and heal of spine, corner wear.
The mormon religion was officially founded in 1830 when the book of mormon was published. How much would an 1852 book of mormon be worth answers. The book of mormon is one of the most influential, as well as controversial, religious documents in american history, and is regarded. A chart of the face values of various tickets is pictured below information taken from, the book of mormons official online box office. Why i believe the book of mormon to be the word of god salt lake city, c1918, by william a. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. The book of mormon shall stand as a testimony against the world, ether 5. The book of mormon, rlds church mckay library special. Book of mormon central all lds publications about the book. Second, the book of mormon contains none of the key mormon doctrines. I have done my best to represent the condition of the book. Two major goals of each published edition of the book of mormon. The book of mormon has come down to us through several editions, but the 1908 edition is remarkably close to the original. The book of mormon covers the history of a people for about 2500 years, so.
Jul 24, 20 18 rare and first edition books that are worth literally a fortune. Today, the building the houses the bookstoreturnedreligiouslandmark is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. Abebooks is very useful for finding an approximate value of a book but dont use that value for insurance purposes. The book of mormon an account written by the hand of mormon upo. The browser you are using may not allow you to complete a purchase on this. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon. New items are added without notice, so please check back frequently. Specializing in the palmyra, 1830 first edition book of mormon. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars shop. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the. The book of mormon was first published and sold at the bookstore of e. Click here to read the entire rlds 1908 book of mormon online. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first edition.
Sep 26, 2012 where the book of mormon repeats what the bible says, it is true. To see a listing of our latest lds book acquisitions, please click here. This is the first published text of the book of mormon to show the precise history of many textual variants. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn. In the fall of 1840 the first branch of the church was established in the little town of overton in north wales, very near the border with england. We studied the entire book of mormon, cover to cover over the last year.
Since 1991, half of all new discoveries in mormon history have been by him. It was published without an index or preface, but does contain the testimony of the three and eight witnesses. Rather, idaho is unique because its relationship with the mormons defies. The pcgs price guide is a guide to assist the coin buying public in determining values for all important united states rare coins. Class notes cover the discussion, with many of them also available via internet audio. Mar, 2015 book of mormon, 1837 2nd edition joseph smith and the other church leaders contemplated a second edition of the book of mormon as early as the summer of 1833.
The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. The lord warns lehi to depart out of the land of jerusalem, because he prophesieth unto the people concerning. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. Fair condition, tiny, black, exlibrary hardcover with no dust jacket. The text of the 1908 edition restored many of the readings found in that. First, it utterly lacks historical or archaeological support, and there is overwhelming empirical evidence that refutes it. If you really need a documented estimate of a book s value for probate or insurance purposes then visit your local rare bookshop and pay for a formal appraisal. I question whether the signature is real, because i think charles dickens died before 1908. Printers manuscript of the book of mormon, circa august 1829circa.