Similar I have a copy though the publisher is A.L Burt Company with 4 illustrations by J. Watson Davis. Contains 1st and 5 versions. Any information would be appreciated. Red boards, 6" X 4" overall size.
Jul 11, 2010 Rating
Rubaiyat by: Bob
The true first edition of this book was published in 1859 by Bernard Quarich and is valued at $30,000 to $45,000.
Interesting enough there were many reprints over the next few decades that are worth thousands of dollars.
Your copy is by Hurst which is a reprinter that began business in the 1870s. Your book when compared to others on www.abebooks.com appears to be worth about $35 - $75.
I have evaluated Hurst published books a few times - they are usually valued at less than $100 even when 100+ years old.
It's very important to have a first edition. These have been prized by book collectors for centuries. Reprints go way down in value.
Thanks very much for the picture and submission. Bob
