Use in 1921 as commercial variety in south.
Here is a source for it if your interested in that at this time. Magnum Bonum – Trees of Antiquity
" The Magnum Bonum apple tree was commonly found in southern nurseries up until the 1930’s. The Magnum Bonum apples were originally raised by Squire Kinney, in North Carolina. According to apple historian, Lee Calhoun, few southern apples have received more praise in the past than Magnum Bonum apples. The fruit is medium-size, red over yellow. Tender, juicy, aromatic white flesh inside beautiful red/yellow skin. An early bearer widely adapted for the south. Excellent dessert apple and a good keeper. Please see below for further information on our organically grown Magnum Bonum apple trees for sale.
Considerations for Magnum Bonum Apple
USDA Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Heirloom: Yes
Uses: Cider, Fresh Eating
Harvest Period: Midseason
Low Chill: Yes
Bloom Period: Midseason
Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period
Origin Date: North Carolina 1828
Storage: 3-4 weeks
Disease Resistance: Excellent
Rootstock: MM 111 (semi-dwarf)
Years to Bear: 2-4 years
Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.
Mature Size: 12-16 ft.
Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft.
Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept."
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Shipping alone for 2 trees from TOA is $73 UPS. I did not order.
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I dont blame you the shipping prices have really went up. Inflation has turned $5 - $25 fruit trees into 5 times the old prices.