More comforting is the knowledge that Beatle memorabilia has held its value even in difficult times. The relationship between these factors determines a collectibles current value. Any condition reducing supply or increasing demand will raise an items value. On the other hand an increase in supply or reduction in demand will cause the value to drop. It s important to realize that these factors are always changing.
Condition is one of the most important factors affecting value.
As time goes by the supply of Mint condition collectibles continues to decrease while the supply of marginal condition items increases, assuming production of the item has ceased. As collectors become more experienced their demand for collectibles in excellent condition increases while items in poorer shape become less desirable. Many Beatle records, books and magazines were mass produced in the sixties. Abused vinyl, battered books and clipped magazines are today worth little more than their original purchase price. However those that have survived the past 30 years intact and in pristine condition are very rare and carry high price tags.