When youre selling a car, you want to get the best price. The olive leaf foundation 2017 a new approach to studying the book of mormon. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn. In the end, adam ended up selling the book to rick for a smooth. Aug 14, 2010 in the 1852 edition, richards added numbers to the paragraphs to aid in finding passages, thereby creating the firstalthough primitiveversification for the book of mormon. Today, the building the houses the bookstoreturnedreligiouslandmark is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. Mar 23, 2007 a page of a rare second edition of the church hymnal is shown, left, and the title page from a first edition of the book of mormon, right. Flavorpill has put together a great collection of those covers. 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. Moons rare books is a collection of rare and antique bibles, early mormon books and documents, lds scripture, classic literature, and early american and european historical documents.
There were five early editions of the book of mormon published that are extremely significant to the lds faith, the first edition of 1830 being the most important, but also the 1837 kirtland, the. When writing the headings to the chapters in the 1980 edition of the book of mormon, elder bruce r. Jan 22, 2014 the titles themselves suggest the difference. The book of mormon special value edition 21 cd set special value edition 1 cd, 23 cd rex campbell author format.
Wright 1858, new york, basically a reprinting of the 1840 nauvoo edition. Moons rare books first edition book of mormon for sale. The carrying value, or book value, of an item is related to business accounting. The first edition book of mormon, in its original binding, was signed by early lds apostle. First edition book of mormon 1830 moons rare books. The rlds now community of christ editions of the book of mormon are derived from the 1840 cincinnatinauvoo edition. 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. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first. Book of mormon fourth chicago edition 1908 exc condition.
A book which needs no introduction, described on the title as the first european from the second american edition, although regarded as the fourth edition. It was begun in july 1829 and finished early in 1830. The book of mormon s witness to its first readers is the title of luffmans book. The text restored some of the original readings that is, wordings found in the two book of mormon manuscripts, plus a few readings found in the 1840 edition, the last edition that joseph smith edited. Prior to 1874, the rlds used an edition of the book of mormon published by james o. A publishing history and analytical bibliography doctoral dissertation, ucla, 1986, pp. Life of joseph smith by george q cannon mormon lds rare. After comparing the first edition of the book of mormon with the 1964 edition we marked the changes on the photocopies of the 1830 edition. Book of mormon editions 18301981 the encyclopedia of. Knowing the real value of your car will be important as it affects the real cost of ownership. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars. Considered the second most desirable mormon book, matched only by its sister book a book of commandments, however the hymn book is more essential to a collection of mormon first editions.
A beatenup old book that is falling apart will have little value. All of that really led to the extraordinary price, ms. This copy was donated to the library by the mormon apostle john a. The first three editions of the book of mormon were produced under the general supervision of joseph smith. This contains the complete text of the 1981 edition, but with more modern text formatting. Rex campbell the book of mormon special value edition. Knowing a cars value ahead of time provides important information for buying, trading or selling a vehicle to put you in the informed bargaining seat. The book, still in good condition, is presumed to be the copy hyrum smith purchased after it was printed in palmyra, new york, in 1830. If youve ever wondered what your favorite books looked like when they were first published, wonder no longer. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of. This copy is called the printers manuscript p, since it was the one normally used to set the type for the first 1830 edition of the book of mormon. The first five editions of the book of mormon 1830, 1837. The third edition of the book of mormon was stereotyped and printed in cincinnati in 1840.
Photo courtesy of everything but the house the first edition book of mormon, printed in 1830. The book was written by many ancient prophets by the spirit of prophecy and revelation. Sep 21, 2017 the manuscript became the guide by which the type was set for the first edition 1830 of the book of mormon, according to the community of christ. Book of mormon palmyra, 1830 book of commandments zion, 1833 sacred hymns kirtland, 1835. The appraiser said this isnt even the rarest edition from that era. 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. Joseph smith once owned five thousand copies of the first edition book of mormon,which cost him three thousand dollars to print. I have been selling rare mormon books for almost 30 years. The first edition 1830 consisted of five thousand copies and was published by e. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of errors. Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. Price new from used from audio cd, unabridged, january 1, 2003. Alexis and emily is raising funds for the book of mormon.
The story of the churchs printer, ebenezer robinson, accomplishing this mission has been available since 1883. Fbi recovers rare firstedition of the book of mormon cnn. Sep 26, 2017 according to the deseret news, the printers copy was given by smith to the printer, eb grandin, in new york in 1830, and it was used to set the type for the first edition of the book of mormon. George horton, understanding textual changes in the book of mormon, ensign dec 1983, 2428. How much do you really know about the book of mormon. This would certainly be evidence in favor of the book of mormon if it was not for the fact that in the first edition of the book of mormon the word appeared in all three places as cherubims, with the s improperly added see the first edition, pages 256, 337, 338. John hajicek lends his expertise in evaluating first edition books of mormon printed in palmyra, n. The ebooks bought off of the amazon online store are known as kindle edition books, designating that. The book of mormon gold foil cover hieroglyphics 1978 rare utah mormon book. Heres why old classic books are better than new books. Demand too many comparable copies currently for sale may indicate a glut in the market. To the inside front cover are affixed four clippings of descriptions of different versions of first edition copies of the book of mormon and of an 1854 edition of the doctrine and covenants, along with a clipping describing the origin of the text of the book of mormon and a bookplate of the shepard book company of salt lake city, utah. Condition is very important and will greatly influence value. It is a record of gods dealings with ancient inhabitants of the americas and contains the fulness of the everlasting gospel.
First edition book of mormon history moons rare books. This exquisitely produced volume presents the official lds edition of the book of mormon in an attractive, accessible, readable version that brings to latterday saints the helpful features that have been part of standard bible publishing for decades. Grandin in palmyra, new york, a bustling city along the erie canal. For several decades, the couple stored the collection in their home in the washington, d. How one utah rare book collector acquired a first edition book of. You can find detailed help on identifying book club editions here. Therefore, the text is an exact photographic reproduction of the first edition of the book of mormon, and the handwriting shows the changes that would have to be made in the text to bring it into conformity. For a discussion concerning differences between the original manuscript and the printers edition, see the original book of mormon transcript, in reexploring the book of mormon, ed.
While the technical terms that dealers and car insurers use can get really complicated, the underlying concepts are not that hard to understand. An icon used to represent a menu that can be toggled by interacting with this icon. First editions are soughtafter by book collectors and a first edition is usually more valuable than a later printing. Fbi recovers rare firstedition of the book of mormon. Accountants record the value of items based on a variety of factors, including how much was spent for the item, when it was first purchased and how long the it. Bsbs00003 purchase now via paypal the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news. Read full profile books, both old and new, are great things, but our culture. Rex campbell the book of mormon special value edition 21. A nineteenthcentury writer meets brigham young and explores the city of saints. Complete journal of discourses vol 1 first edition 1854 mormon lds leather. Book club editions book of the month clubs often use the same printing plates as the original publisher, right down to the words first edition on the printing history. After we are funded, you will get to select the cover colors of your choice.
A first edition signed by the author will have even. Feb 27, 2015 spine of ltpscs copy of 1st edition spanish book of mormon 1886 title page found in ltpscs copy of 1st edition spanish book of mormon 1886 with the prevalence today of spanishspeaking members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints, many are surprised to hear that the church did not have a large presence in latin america. Provo one year ago, reid moon acquired a first edition book of mormon signed by hyrum smith, the older brother and fellow martyr of mormon prophet joseph smith. The book of mormon large print joseph jr smith thirteenth. Concerning the publication of editions of the book of mormon between 1837 to 1920, see, see hugh grant stocks, the book of mormon in english, 18701920. The first and second rlds editions 1874, plano, illinois. Three other important lds editions have involved major changes in format as well as minor editing. What has remained a mystery is exactly where in cincinnati this event took place. Reorganized church of jesus christ of latter day saints, 1916.
During that time, ive seen the price of a first edition book of mormon 1830. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first edition. Book of mormon sets new record for most expensive manuscript. The original 1830 edition, book of mormon had s of.
Today, the building the houses the bookstoreturnedreligiouslandmark is known as the book of mormon historic. Where in cincinnati was the third edition of the book of. Book of mormon manuscripts the encyclopedia of mormonism. There were five editions of the book of mormon printed during the life of joseph smith. If you answered a first edition, 1830 copy of the book of mormon, you are correct. Have you ever wondered how ebook prices compare to print book prices. The book of mormon was first published and sold at the bookstore of e. Jun 14, 2012 the fbi would not estimate how much this edition of the book of mormon might be worth. Book of mormon 1951 doctrine and covenants 1949 hardcover set b1.
Mormon rare mormon books lds hymn hymns hymnal emma. Nevertheless, the printed book of mormonis merely a copy, manufactured with purpose to be sold. Oct 10, 2014 this specific book was worth more too because it was the final printed edition before the founder of the mormon religion was killed. The spiritual text that forms the basis of mormonism, in the last edition edited by its founder, joseph smith, jr. The book of mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the bible. The owner of the book had a preservationist perform some minor restoration work, which sanders noted is minor, very professional and very well done. First two editions of the book of mormon available.
In making this study we obtained photocopies of an original 1830 edition of the book of mormon from the university of utah library. We specialize in early mormon books, carrying several copies of the first edition book of mormon and first edition doctrine and covenants, as well as other documents which have contributed to mormon and utah. The most often used criticism of the book of mormon dealing with anachronisms includes the mentioning of the nephite value system for trade and compensation for their judges. The approach to salt lake city from the east is surprisingly harmonious wi. Value of rare, firstedition book of mormon exceeds. Based on the earliest sources available, this corrected text represents the most accurate and readable edition of thebook of mormonever published first published in 1830, the book of mormon is the authoritative scripture of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints and its estimated million members. Find red book used car values online by visiting the red book website. The book of mormon is one of the most influential, as well as controversial, religious documents in american history, and is regarded as sacred scripture by followers around the world, including members of the church of jesus christ of latterday saints. To make this happen, you have to know the vehicles value what someone is willing to pay for it.
What is book value of a vehicle and how to calculate it. Test how much you know about the book of mormon now with our quiz. When youre shopping for a new vehicle, you want to get a great deal. Jul 16, 2020 the collection includes several copies of the 1830 edition as well as scores of first edition translations of the book of mormon in different languages. Joseph smiths dictated text with hundreds of corrections from royal skousens study of the original and printers manuscripts. So, what at first appears as evidence for the book of mormon becomes evidence. The kindle is amazons ereader device that allows users to download and view digital ebook versions of all sorts of print publications. This is a first edition book of mormon 1830 book of mormon, printed by e. Royal skousen, book of mormon editions 18301981, encyclopedia of mormonism 4 vols.
The church of jesus christ of latterday saints, book of mormon, deseret news. Books, both old and new, are great things, but our culture emphasizes that newer things are often better. A widemargined, journaling edition of the book of mormon. Rare book of mormon collection donated to byu shows global. A copy of the original was then made by oliver cowdery and two other scribes.
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