Q: I have a copy of Gold Dust by Henry Altemus. the book measures 4 1/2″ X 6 1/4″ with what appears to be cloth covered. I will send pics of the cover and the first few pages inside. On the page of copyright it reads: “Copyrighted by Henry Altemus, of Philadelphia, in the state of Pennsylvania, A.D.1897, in the One Hundred and Twenty-second Year of Independence of the United States of America.” Below that at the bottom of the page it reads : “Henry Altemus Manufacturer Philadelphia”. On the opposite page it reads: “To E.B.H. This little book is most lovingly dedicated”. On the inside cover it has hand written “christmas 1899 from Drarish”.
What can you tell me about this book, is it common or rare, what’s it value???

A: Your book is part of the Devotional Series. See: http://henryaltemus.com/series/series75.htm Each year or two the covers of the Devotional Series were changed. The books are quite common and are all reprints.

Your book only has nominal value.