There are several ways to tell if a book is vintage or first edition. The best way is to look at the string of numbers on the copyright page. If the sequence of numbers contains a 1, it is likely a first edition.
You can usually tell if your book is a first edition copy. The pages would be more thick and a yellowish color.
the first edition of tell me why was solar system.
To determine if you have a first edition Dr. Seuss book, you can check the copyright page for the year the book was originally published. Additionally, look for any specific first edition printing information provided by the publisher. Other indicators may include the presence of original dust jackets or special binding features unique to the first edition.
The American first edition of "Tarzan of the Apes" will have "A.C. McClurg" written on the spine and title page. Other reprints will have "A.L. Burt" or "Grosset & Dunlap" written on the spine and title page. There are 3 different states of the first edition for this title. The website, erbfirsts.com has photos and more information on this and all other Edgar Rice Burroughs first edition books.
It'll say on the card, just beneath the picture, if it is 1st edition.
www.bringvictory.com has a full list of first edition bears with serial numbers and detailed instructions on how to identify your bear.
On one of the first pages (after the title) it should say 'First Edition'
Check the copyright page it should be printed on the bottom of the page. If not check the publishing dates, this isn't always accurate as popular books can be reprinted in the same year.
I have a complete set of Tony Lama state seal first edition and all have first edition on them. By the way, someone wrote that they estimated a complete set of state seal buckles going for $2500. I paid $4000. for mine and i wouldn't part with them for that!
I would like to know how to tell if something is vintage
My book is missing page 219. Perhaps you could tell me some of the problems.
You can tell if a Pokmon card is a 1st edition by looking for a small "1st Edition" stamp on the card, usually near the left side of the illustration. This stamp indicates that the card is from the first printing of that particular set.