Readers Digest Magazine Appraisal

Reader's Digest Magazine, September 1935 issue

This item is an antique copy of Reader's Digest magazine, specifically the September 1935 issue. The physical characteristics indicate a small, compact periodical, likely made from lightweight paper with a soft cover, typical of magazines from that era. The visible text on the cover includes the prominent 'Reader's Digest' logo in a classic serif font, beneath which reads 'ARTICLES OF LASTING INTEREST.' A detailed table of contents is printed on the cover, listing various article titles such as 'The President's Job,' 'When a Snake Bite You,' and 'Road to War,' along with their original publication sources like 'National Geographic,' 'Fortune,' and 'The New Yorker.' The price is clearly stated as '25¢ a Copy' and '$3 a Year,' with the publication date 'SEPTEMBER, 1935' prominently displayed at the bottom. The magazine exhibits significant signs of age and wear, including discoloration, browning, and possible foxing of the paper, indicating its vintage nature. The edges and corners appear worn and curled, particularly the top and bottom right corners, suggesting handling and storage over many decades. There are visible creases and folds, especially near the spine and cover edges. The overall condition suggests that it is an unrestored, original copy with a visible patina of age. No specific manufacturing marks beyond the magazine's title and date are clearly discernible, but the general presentation aligns with publishing standards of the mid-1930s. The compact size of Reader's Digest has always been a distinctive feature, making it easily portable. The inclusion of a wide array of articles sourced from other publications was its unique selling proposition.