It is claimed that book of mormon references to nephite coins is an anachronism, as coins were not used either in ancient america or israel during lehis day. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the book. They are described as being two stones in silver bows and these stones fastened to a breastplate was the urim and thummim. Mormons believe that the book of mormon, one of three books of mormon. Hardy has typeset the text beautifully, dividing the chapters into paragraphs and setting poetic passages as poetry. The book of mormon was first published and sold at the bookstore of e.
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. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. Hardy used the text of the 1920 edition of the book of mormon that is found in the public domain the doubleday edition uses, with permission, the 1981 text of the official church edition. With a sixfigure price tag, most people might be surprised to learn that on a list of the ten most expensive mormon books, a first edition book of mormon does not rank at the top. This is a first edition book of mormon 1830 book of mormon, printed by e. Heres the full list of the rare and out of print mormon books, lds lessons, scriptures and manuscripts.
Some members of the lds church have made fantastic claims about archaeologists using the book of mormon. After securing a for the book of mormon on june 11, 1829, joseph smith jr. This book was printed on thirtyseven sheets and folded into thirtyseven gatherings of eight. When was another testament of christ added to the front cover of the book of mormon. To determine the true market value of a book, or any other collectible item, an appraisal may be necessary.
The book of mormon circa 1920s, 1st double column edition lds joseph smith. When was another testament of christ added to the book. We are pleased to offer copies of the first and second edition of the book of mormon for sale. Items are arranged in alphabetical title sequence images not scaled. Grandin in palmyra, new york, a bustling city along the erie canal. If you have an old book that you would like us to research, or if you have any other questions regarding old books, email us through our. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of. 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. Only rarely do we have the first two editions of the book of mormon for sale at the same time, but we are fortunate to have these scarce and valuable books now and are pleased to. All of that really led to the extraordinary price, ms. Book of mormon by joseph smith, first edition abebooks. There are several theories as to the origin of the book of mormon. But by the time the concept of chiasmus received currency or recognition, the book of mormon had long been in print.
To see a listing of our latest lds book acquisitions, please click here. Grant hardy, chair of the history department at the university of north carolina at asheville and specialist in chinese history, has produced for the university of illinois press a useful edition of the book of mormon. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn. If you look on ebay, you can see what they are going for. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the book of mormon 1830 1920 jeffrey r. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which, according to. This book was considered a revelation of god revealed through abraham and joseph of egypt, translated by inspiration, joseph smith using the urim and thummim with which to translate it, the same as the book of mormon. Joseph smith narrated the following account of the events leading to the publication of the book of mormon. First two editions of the book of mormon available.
The ten most expensive mormon books meridian magazine. First edition book of mormon 1830 moons rare books. This 1920 lds edition uses the same chapter and verse numbering system as their 1879. The book of mormon 1920 heber j grant 1st double column. A printing history of the book of mormon mormon historic sites.
Most adherents to the latter day saint movement view the book as a work of inspired scripture. Those who were not so convinced insisted that it obviously read like anything but a hebrew text. Tthe searchable database consists of detailed reports in an evergrowing database of items in this category. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars. The book of mormon is a sacred text of the latter day saint movement, which adherents believe contains writings of ancient prophets who lived on the american continent from approximately 2200 bc to ad 421. The publication history of the book of mormon bruce satterfield department of religious education, brigham young university idaho this article appeared in the church news, jan. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name. What it would be worth would be whatever they were willing to pay. Another testament of jesus christ official edition by smith, joseph and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from. Hardy used the text of the 1920 edition of the book of. Part of thehistory commons, mormon studies commons, and thereligious thought, theology and philosophy of religion commons. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you.
Smith claimed the angel moroni, a prophet in the book of mormon, directed him in the 1820s to a. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. For example, one letter circulated among lds members in ohio in 1959 claimed that the book of mormon was used by the government to unravel the problem of the aborigines. Part of thehistory commons,mormon studies commons, and thereligious thought, theology and philosophy of religion commons. Unfortunately, it isnt old enough to be valuable its just an old book, but the signature might make it of interest to a mormon. The story of the book of mormon elder george reynolds salt lake city jos.
From the day the book of mormon rolled off the press in 1830, those who gave it credence asserted that it obviously read like a hebrew text. Most latterday saints are aware of a minor industry in certain religious circles in the united states devoted to refuting mormonism and. One very simple method of finding an approximate value of a book is to search for similar copies on and see what prices are being asked. Some members of the mormon church have made fantastic claims about archaeologists using the book of mormon. The book of mormon 1920 heber j grant 1st double column edition lds joseph smith. The book of mormon another testament of jesus christ. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first edition.
This is actually the 1920 public domain version put into a paragraph format, so it does not contain the few spelling and. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the. Oct 10, 2014 book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars shop. Pearl of great price 1st spanish ed lds mormon book. Gone is the mention of nephite coins in the heading of alma 11. The book of mormon another testament of jesus christ the book of mormon was first printed in 1830 in palmyra, new york by e. An analysis of selected changes in major editions of the book of mormon 18301920 jeffrey r. Book of mormon is one of most expensive books in pawn stars shop. Sep 25, 2010 unfortunately, it isnt old enough to be valuable its just an old book, but the signature might make it of interest to a mormon. This area of mormon memorabilia provides a listing of books relating to mormonism or religion. Most latterday saints are aware of a minor industry in certain religious circles in the united states devoted to refuting mormonism and to criticizing the book of mormon. In the spring of 20, the lds church decided to make a number of changes to chapter headings originally written by apostle talmage and published in the 1920 edition of the book of mormon.
Chiasmus in the book of mormon religious studies center. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985. For example, one letter written by a prominent mormon, dated may 3, 1936, maintained that the book of mormon was used by the government to unravel the problem of the aborigines. Jordan, another reader had an old edition of the book of mormon. Increasingly hefty price tags at public sales of the first edition copies in the past decade illustrate the booming interest in rare mormon documents. Since the book of mormon contains numerous chiasms, it thus becomes logical to consider the book a product of the ancient world and to judge its literary qualities accordingly. Holland brigham young university provo follow this and additional works at. Collecting the book of mormon by joseph, smith first. Could you tell me the year these things were added. The owner of the book, adam was too, and said that he felt like joseph. The actual text of the 1830 book of mormon does not mention coins. At some point before the third edition went to press, joseph smith compared the printed text of the two previous editions 1830 and 1837 with the original manuscript, and found errors made in copying the printers manuscript with the original. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies. 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.
Mar 01, 2012 the 1920 edition persisted unitl the 1981 edition which restored some of the original readings from the original manuscript as well as the printers manuscript, insofar as they were then extant. New items are added without notice, so please check back frequently. I cant immediately determine the specifics about the book, though the names may give a reasonable range of dates to look at. First printing of the 1920 edition, with doublecolumn. It was first published in march 1830 by joseph smith as the book of mormon. Many book of mormon research projects have implications for the continuing issues surrounding the authorship of the book of mormon. If you have an old book that you would like us to research, or if you have any other questions regarding old books, email us through our askalibrarian service, or contact your local library. Apr 14, 2006 what is the value of a 1920 book of mormon.
The book of mormon tells us that the interpreters, or urim and thummim, were prepared by god for the purpose of translating the book. Book of mormon, 1830, page 0 the joseph smith papers. The most common belief of adherents is that promoted by joseph smith, who said he translated ancient golden plates inscribed by prophets. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Actually, all that became obvious was the failure of both believers and unbelievers to cite much specific evidence.
I am thinking it was added when we got all the chapter headings and the footnotes. The 1920 edition persisted unitl the 1981 edition which restored some of the original readings from the original manuscript as well as the printers manuscript, insofar as they were then extant. Today, the building the houses the bookstoreturnedreligiouslandmark is known as the book of mormon historic publication site. Mormon appraisal appraisals rare books lds 1830 book of mormon. An account written by the hand of mormon upon plates taken from the plates of nephi.
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