# Before the Mayflower by Lerone Bennett — resale value

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**Before the Mayflower by Lerone Bennett** — resale value from real closed eBay sales.

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Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-06-19. They are estimates for reference, not offers or appraisals — condition, completeness and edition move them a lot, so compare against the sold listings before pricing anything.

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## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| UPC / EAN | 9781471760525 |
| Brand | Lerone Bennett |
| Published | 1960 |
| Publisher | Johnson Publishing Co., Inc |
| Pages | 442 |
| Editions | 50 |
| Category | History |

## Before the Mayflower resale value

**Before the Mayflower** by Lerone Bennett (1960). Across 50 editions. Used-book value depends heavily on edition (first printing vs. reprint), condition, dust jacket, and whether it's signed. First editions and out-of-print titles command the biggest premiums.

### What drives the price

First editions/first printings, intact dust jackets, signatures, and unmarked pages are the top value drivers. Book-club editions and later reprints are worth far less.

## FAQ

**What is the general market value for this 1960 edition?**

The resale value depends on the specific condition of the book, but it is a collectible from the 1960 publication year.

**Is this book rare given its 50th edition status?**

While it is the 50th edition, its publication in 1960 by Johnson Publishing Co., Inc. gives it historical appeal.

**What is the ISBN for this specific copy?**

The ISBN for this edition is 9781471760525.

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