Price Guides & Publications Market Value
Analysis of 1,604 listings for price guides and publications.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Buying used saves about 52% here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in publications from 1973, which trade at a 50% discount relative to the median. Conversely, Chinese language publications carry a significant premium of 175%.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by publication year
Why? Prices vary by era, with 2025 publications at 22.95 and 1973 at 10.
Price by country of origin
Why? Regional pricing differs significantly, ranging from China at 55 to Canada at 18.51.
Price by language
Why? Language affects demand, with Chinese listings at 55 and Greek at 10.49.
Price by type
Why? Format impacts cost, with Magazines and Price Guides both averaging 14.99 to 15.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used publications?
New publications have a median price of 30.97, while used publications have a median of 15.
Which language publication is the most expensive?
Chinese language publications are the most expensive with a median price of 55.
How does the price of magazines compare to the overall market median?
Magazines have a median price of 14.99, which is 25% lower than the market median of 19.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $5–$60, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 24, 2026.