# Contrary Mary by Temple Bailey — resale value

**Contrary Mary by Temple Bailey** — resale value from real closed eBay sales.

Values are medians of real closed eBay sales, updated 2026-06-18. 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 | 1434678857 |
| Brand | Temple Bailey |
| Published | 1914 |
| Publisher | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Pages | 284 |
| Editions | 27 |
| Category | Romance |

## Contrary Mary resale value

**Contrary Mary** by Temple Bailey (1914). Across 27 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

**Is Contrary Mary considered a rare find?**

While it has 27 editions, its 1914 publication date makes it a desirable vintage romance novel.

**What is the ISBN for this book?**

The ISBN for Contrary Mary is 1434678857.

**Who is the author of this 1914 romance?**

Contrary Mary was written by Temple Bailey and published in 1914.

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