Winterwords wrote:I have a softback 1977 AD&D Monster Manual (unicorn & centaur on cover) and was wondering how rare these are & whether I should be on the look out for the PHB softback version & DMG. As far as I'm aware they were only produced in the UK.

Thanks in advance.

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There never was a GW version of the DMG.

Both books come up fairly regularly on eBay.co.uk

Condition is very important as the bindings had a habit of self destructing with regular use. So, check that every page is present.

The MM will possibly have a printing number and date on the copyright page. If it doesn't then its a first printing. The 3rd printing is by far the most common and can be sometimes be picked up for less than £5. For a very nice 1st you might get £25 on a good day. And I have never seen a 2nd in the flesh.

The PHB seems to be a little rarer than the MM. But it doesn't affect prices too much. Printings are not as obvious as the MM. See the link for further info.

Hope that helps.

harami2000 wrote:

johnhuck wrote:For a very nice 1st you might get £25 on a good day.

*offers £40 for XF copy*

I stand corrected. Just haven't seen a nice one for a while.