Book Copyright Page Appraisal

Rainbow Classics Book Copyright Page

The item is a printed page, likely an interior page of a book, specifically a copyright or colophon page. The paper appears to be an off-white or cream color, suggesting some age or the use of non-bleached pulp. The text is printed in black ink, in a serif font, and is well-defined, indicating good printing quality. There are no visible smudges, tears, or significant creases on this particular page; however, there is a slight yellowish tint overall, consistent with paper aging. The page shows evidence of being bound into a larger volume, with the inner margin visible and a subtle curve to the page, indicating it is one of many in a book. The text identifies the series as 'Rainbow Classics', published by 'THE WORLD PUBLISHING COMPANY' at '2231 WEST 110TH STREET CLEVELAND 2 • OHIO'. It clearly states 'FIRST PRINTING AUGUST 1946' and 'SECOND PRINTING SEPTEMBER 1946', dating the printings to nearly 80 years ago. The copyright for 'THE SPECIAL CONTENTS OF THIS EDITION' is also listed as '1946 BY THE WORLD PUBLISHING COMPANY'. The book was 'MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'. This page's condition appears to be good for its age, with no apparent rips, stains, or significant foxing, though the overall subtle yellowing is a natural patina. The clear, crisp printing and lack of physical damage suggest it has been reasonably well-preserved. There are faint finger marks on the left margin, indicating handling. The simplicity of the layout and the information provided are typical of books from the mid-20th century.