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The Holy Bible (International Series) by The John C. Winston Co. (not authenticated)

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AI Estimated Value

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$25-50

AI estimate as of September 22, 2026 · verify with a professional before acting

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AI Item Analysis

This is an antique or vintage hardcover edition of The Holy Bible, featuring the Authorized King James Version with the Old and New Testaments. The item is displayed open, showing a colored frontispiece or illustration on the left page titled 'DAVID MEETING GOLIATH' with a visible signature reading 'W.H. MARGETSON' at the bottom left corner. The right page displays the title and publishing details, bearing text that reads 'INTERNATIONAL SERIES', 'SELF-PRONOUNCING', 'The Holy Bible', 'Authorized or King James Version', and 'The John C. Winston Co., Philadelphia, U. S. A.' along with a circular logo for the 'International Bible Press' and the word 'CLEARNUTYPE.' The book displays visible condition issues appropriate for age and use, including yellowed and toned paper, rounded and slightly frayed page corners, wear along the edges, and dark fabric or leather cover material visible at the spine and edges. The typography includes traditional serif fonts with varying weights for titles. The attribution of the text is based on the legible publisher and series markings printed directly on the title page, while the illustration attribution rests on the visible printed artist signature at the lower edge of the plate. The item appears stylistically to be from the early to mid-20th century, consistent with typical mass-produced educational and religious publications of that era, though no specific printing year is directly readable on the exposed page.

AI Appraisal Report

Based on what I can see in the photograph, this is an antique or vintage hardcover edition of The Holy Bible bearing the imprint of The John C. Winston Co. and featuring an illustration that displays a signature consistent with W.H. Margetson. I can't verify from a photo the exact publication year, paper quality, or the full structural integrity of the binding. A physical inspection would be needed to confirm the presence of any other illustrations, the condition of the text block, and whether any previous owner inscriptions are present. The value estimate provided assumes the identification based on the visible title page and frontispiece is correct. Mass-produced religious publications of this type and era generally see modest demand in the secondary market, largely driven by sentimental value rather than high monetary worth. Condition plays a significant role in valuation, and the visible yellowing, toned paper, edge wear, and frayed corners would temper collector interest. If this item were to undergo in-person examination, material analysis, and review by a rare book specialist, we could better understand its market standing; however, unauthenticated or common vintage editions of this type typically sell for a lower amount. If the item turns out to be a later reproduction, a facsimile, or lacks the presumed publication context, the value would likely drop to nominal decorative worth, perhaps under $15.

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