Is there a market for National Geographic magazines?
Hyman is often asked whether old National Geographic magazines have any value. His short answer is, “The early issues certainly do.” National Geographic dealers will pay at least $200 for issues published before 1905. But after that, the value drops dramatically.
Is the National Geographic magazine still a collector’s item?
The maps themselves have become collector’s items and some people prefer them over the magazines themselves. With the proliferation of map-grabbing from the magazines, issues still containing maps, especially those during the World Wars, should continue to grow in popularity and value.
How big was the first National Geographic Magazine?
The magazine began in a 6 x 9 1/2 inch format, becoming 7 x 10 in 1900. One of the more intriguing aspects of collecting National Geographic is their inclusion of maps of all varieties.
Who are the readers of National Geographic Magazine?
It is no surprise that National Geographic Magazine has amassed a huge readership over the decades, and a loyal one too.
What was the cover of National Geographic Magazine in 1984?
“The Afghan Girl” and “The Afghan Girl: Found” – Arguably the best picture ever to feature on the cover of National Geographic Magazine. It was taken in 1984 by Steve McCurry in a refugee camp in Afghanistan. To this day, it serves as the testimony of the plight of civilians and especially children in war-torn regions.
The maps themselves have become collector’s items and some people prefer them over the magazines themselves. With the proliferation of map-grabbing from the magazines, issues still containing maps, especially those during the World Wars, should continue to grow in popularity and value.
When did National Geographic magazine first come out?
According to National Geographic’s website, the magazine has been inspiring the world since 1888. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including nature, science, technology and photography. DT Magazine explains that the magazine only started monthly circulation in 1896 and, in the years before then, only nine issues were published.
Is the National Geographic Magazine in good condition?
Set the magazines that are in good condition aside as potentially valuable. The oldest or rarest National Geographic magazines are sometimes valuable even when they are damaged, but magazines that are newer and widely available are often less valuable when damaged.
Which is the most valuable National Geographic cover?
Many collectors cherish certain copies precisely because of the cover which they can relate to. Shortlisted, the most valuable National Geographic covers to collectors would be the: “The Afghan Girl” and “The Afghan Girl: Found” – Arguably the best picture ever to feature on the cover of National Geographic Magazine.
