becca69 Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 You make good points, but I have to wonder if Martin really blew down the doors to the mainstream or if the LOTR movies did that 10 years ago and we are just now experiencing the full benefits of that. I do think the books are currently in a bubble and a bit over valued. Yes, the demand is there now, but I don't think it will hold once the books and show end. They'll still be worth a lot, but will probably settle back to Earth at that point similar to the Dark Tower books. If the Dark Tower finally gets going, those prices will shoot back up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 8 years? That's cute... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 I think it was a high end price to be honest, for just the 3 sub press books I would've guessed them worth $3,000. But with the end of season 3 of AGOT looming, everyone's mind is on Asoiaf right now perhaps. Not sure if the location of the books had anything to do with it, since most of the sets I've seen for sale have been in North America. I like how the guy had upside down pictures of his books too, Har! And in other news AGOT #129 is now on ebay, I like how he threw in a PC of ACOK. Like making you eat veggies with your dessert. (No offense to ACOK lovers out there) http://www.ebay.com/itm/George-R-R-Martin-Game-of-Thrones-and-Clash-the-Meisha-Merlin-Limited-Eds-/151047790266?pt=AU_Fiction_Books_2&hash=item232b265eba So what do you think of the set at Camelot Books for $5500? Comes with matching MM ACoK but no AGoT. It's a low number too, of that makes any difference... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
`SerPounce Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 I think for $5,500 someone could get a set with A game of Thrones included. Pretty sure Camelot Books knows its a very hot collection so they threw up a really high price knowing someone would eventually buy it. I don't think a low number set makes it worth more though. I put my PC Dance with Dragons on ebay, think its a good price but everyone messaging me seems to be more interested in the matching set excluding AGOT behind it :\ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 23, 2013 Share Posted May 23, 2013 I think for $5,500 someone could get a set with A game of Thrones included. Pretty sure Camelot Books knows its a very hot collection so they threw up a really high price knowing someone would eventually buy it. I don't think a low number set makes it worth more though. I put my PC Dance with Dragons on ebay, think its a good price but everyone messaging me seems to be more interested in the matching set excluding AGOT behind it :\ I agree! Seems like a lot. I wonder if the #129 MM AGoT on eBay is going to see any action? I was looking at some interiors pictures, and I'm worried their might be some moisture/water damage... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
`SerPounce Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 I think if it sells it will be only like 1 bid lol, his starting bid is a buy it now price basically imo. Hard to tell if there's damage, although the third picture looks like some moisture wrinkles or something on the page. If your selling something worth that much, why not take better pictures . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoogs Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 A matching set of books 1-5 (#375) is on ebay. Unless I missed it, the seller makes no mention of future rights. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380647412124&fromMakeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_652wt_1371 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 Doesn't look like it's on there anymore... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoogs Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 Still shows for me. Let me try again Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Weird. I get a "Item has been removed error." What should I search for in eBay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
`SerPounce Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Hmm that's weird, link works for me. Try Going to Ebay, then search George RR Martin, then on the left side of your screen where all the options are located scroll down until you see Item Location and change it to Worldwide. That was my issue for finding it in a search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Got it. Anyone ask if the rights come with this set? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becca69 Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 He stated rights come with the set but shipping charges are crazy... £300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GypsyDRB Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 I believe part of the problem is insuring them for the full value...adds to the cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoogs Posted May 25, 2013 Share Posted May 25, 2013 Ouch, that is expensive, but I don't blame him for wanting it all fully insured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 This may be a dumb question, but who's on the cover of the Sub Press AFFC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justinian Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 There are two covers, one is a man in profile from the hips up holding a sword, one is a close view of a hooded woman's face. I honestly don't know who they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eRome Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 There are two covers, one is a man in profile from the hips up holding a sword, one is a close view of a hooded woman's face. I honestly don't know who they are. I'm glad I'm not the only one! Anyone else want to take a guess? I'd assume they're characters in AFFC, but I'm at a loss as to who they'd be... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marakh Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 The woman is definitely from the North, you can see snow in the picture and she's wearing warm clothes. The man is a complete mystery to me. I don't even remember half of what happens in AFFC anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justinian Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 They both appear to have auburn hair? It's not blonde and it's not dark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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