Lot # 198 - Vintage Children’s Fairy Tale Mythology Book Lot

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: PICK UPS – FRIDAY JUNE 12TH & SATURDAY JUNE 13TH 10AM-2PM
Start Date/Time: 01-Jun-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 08-Jun-2026 10:17:00 PM
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Description :

Large vintage children’s book collection featuring fairy tales, mythology, folklore, nursery rhymes, classic children’s stories, illustrated readers, and educational books. Includes titles such as Bulfinch’s Mythology, The Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales, The Real Mother Goose, The Best of Kishon, and multiple illustrated hardcover children’s editions. A colorful mixed lot ideal for collectors, homeschool libraries, vintage décor, classrooms, and resellers.

Approximate Measurements:

  • Approx. 40–70 books total
  • Mixed hardcover and paperback sizes
  • Standard children’s and oversized illustrated book formats

Condition:
Good vintage preowned condition with visible shelf wear, edge wear, scuffing, aging, and handling wear consistent with age and use. Some books may contain inscriptions, library markings, or minor damage.

Fun Fact / Historical Fact:
Collections like Grimm’s Fairy Tales and Mother Goose helped preserve oral storytelling traditions dating back hundreds of years and became foundational works in children’s literature worldwide.

Estimated Value:
100-350


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Invoices will be emailed to winning bidders after the auction has fully closed. Full payment is due by 8:00 PM the day following the auction close. If payment is not received prior to the scheduled pickup date and time, items will be forfeited and bidding privileges revoked.

Pickup details will be included on the invoice emailed after the auction closes. Any items not picked up during the scheduled pickup times will be considered abandoned and may be resold or donated. In limited circumstances, and solely at our discretion, an alternate pickup time may be approved for an additional fee.

A 10% Buyer’s Premium and applicable sales tax will be added to the final hammer price at invoicing. Sales tax will be waived for licensed resellers with valid documentation on file.

Agora Estate Company makes every effort to accurately describe all items. Please expect normal wear consistent with age, use, and history for antique, vintage, and pre-owned pieces. We do not note every minor imperfection. All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no refunds or returns. Agora Estate Company does not guarantee the working condition of any clock, watch, electronic, or mechanical item. Measurements provided are approximate.


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