Henry Altemus Company

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Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Hello, I recently acquired this edition of Two Years Before the Mast. I am having a difficult time finding any kind of information about it so I was wondering if you could shed any light on it.

A:  Your book was published in 1901-1902 and is part of the Petit Trianon Series.

The cover picture was drawn by Alphonse Mucha. See: http://henryaltemus.com/artists/artists-Mucha.htm

This book is a reprint and has nominal value.

Beauxarts Series

Q:  Could you tell me about this book, Treasure Island? It says 1899 copyright but I've read that it's a 1902 reprint series with this cover I haven't found this exact book though I like to know a little bit about it if possible.

A:  Your book is part of the Beauxarts Series and was published in 1902.

It originally came within a labeled box.

It is a reprint as are all of the titles in this series.

There is nothing else to say about your book. It has nominal value only.

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Curious if u have seen this edition, Lucile, or could have any info regarding this book. History... Anything would be appreciated. Was found at a Spokane, WA garage sale.

A:  Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1905-1906. It originally came within a labeled box. See here.

It is a reprint of a title that is not very much in demand.

It has nominal value only (a couple of dollars).

Vademecum Series

Q:  I have a copy of Black Beauty and I think the cover print is wrong. So I can't find the date or possible value.

A:  Your book was published in 1903 as part of the Vademecum Series.

I am not sure what you mean by a "wrong cover printing". I do not see anything out of place.

This book generally sells for less than $10- if it sells at all.

Beauxarts Series

Q:  Hi! I have an old copy of Uncle Tom's Cabin. It’s been in our family since 1905. Can you tell me what year it might have been published?

A:  Your book is part of the Beauxarts Series and was published in 1902.

It originally came within a labeled box. See here

Banbury Cross Series

Q:  Can you tell me the value of this book? The Three Bears

A:  This book is from the Banbury Cross Series This series has ten volumes and was published in 1904.

These books originally had dust jackets.

Your book is in terrible shape and has no monetary value.

Here is what the dust jackets looked like.

Mother Goose Series

Q:  Wanting to know what these books are worth. They are not in the best of shape but they are originals. Cinderella; or, the Little Glass Slipper & Puss in Boots

A:  These books are from the Mother Goose Series.

This series had three formats and were published between 1903 and then 1920's. They originally had dust jackets.

These books are in poor shape and have little, if any, value.

Beautiful Stories Series

Q:  I'm trying find out the value of these books and find out how to find a collector. The Wisest Man, the Story of Solomon

A:  This book is from the ten volume Beautiful Stories Series.

This series was published in six different formats. This book is from Format 1 - published in 1906 and originally had a dust jacket.

These books are quite common and in poor shape without a jacket they have no monetary value.

Vademecum Series

Q:  The book is Poe's Poems I have looked on line and can not find one with the same cover this one also has black and white illustrations in it can you please help. This book was printed by your company.

A:  Your book is part of the Vademecum Series and was published in 1900.
It is a reprint as are all of the titles in this series. It originally came in a labeled box.
In 1900 the cover was published in a number of different colors.

It has nominal value only.

Petit Trianon Series

Q:  Greetings, I have a Henry Altemus Company copy of The House of the Seven Gables. It is 4.25" x 6.25". I have attached a scan of the cover, but it doesn’t convey the sparkle of the gold in all the lines, text, and four-leafed symbols. Can you tell me what series it is, and how to ascertain its value in the marketplace? I appreciate any help you can provide.

A:  Hello, Your book is part of the Petit Trianon Series and was published in 1908-1909.

It is a reprint and originally came in a box. See here.

It has nominal value. (A couple of dollars).