Tree and Leaf
A first UK edition, first impression of Tree and Leaf by J.R.R. Tolkien (George Allen & Unwin, 1964) is worth about $1,919 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “First published in this edition 1964” and “This edition © George Allen & Unwin Ltd., 1964” on the verso of the title page.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$1,919
Valued from 4 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Fine | $2,202 |
| Near fine | $1,919 |
| Very good | $1,668 |
| Good | $1,418 |
| Fair | $1,168 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Tree and Leaf.
✓ Copyright page: “First published in this edition 1964” and “This edition © George Allen & Unwin Ltd., 1964” on the verso of the title page
✓ Title page: George Allen & Unwin Ltd imprint, with Tolkien’s signature printed in facsimile
✓ Dust jacket: pale green, “TREE and LEAF” in black between green decorative rules, “George Allen and Unwin Ltd” in green at the foot
✓ Price: 10s. 6d. net (10 shillings 6 pence) at the foot of the front flap (unclipped)
✓ Binding: green cloth, spine lettered in gilt
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Tree and Leaf is a first UK edition, first impression?
- ✓ Copyright page: “First published in this edition 1964” and “This edition © George Allen & Unwin Ltd., 1964” on the verso of the title page ✓ Title page: George Allen & Unwin Ltd imprint, with Tolkien’s signature printed in facsimile ✓ Dust jacket: pale green, “TREE and LEAF” in black between green decorative rules, “George Allen and Unwin Ltd” in green at the foot ✓ Price: 10s. 6d. net (10 shillings 6 pence) at the… The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first UK edition, first impression of Tree and Leaf worth?
- $1,168–$2,202 unsigned, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of October 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of Tree and Leaf?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
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