Does The Times purchase back copies of its newspaper?
The New York Times has a complete file of issues dating back to its founding in 1851. Therefore, we do not purchase back copies or sets. We cannot place a value on old issues or any other item you may wish to sell. A rare book or antiques dealer can generally give you an appraisal, but we cannot recommend specific dealers. The pages of The New York Times classified advertising section often include ads for the types of items you may wish to sell.