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Capitalism and Freedom first edition, first printing (University of Chicago Press, 1962 · no dust jacket) dust jacket

Capitalism and Freedom (No DJ) First Edition

Milton Friedman · University of Chicago Press, 1962 · no dust jacket · First edition, first printing

A first edition, first printing of Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman (University of Chicago Press, 1962 · no dust jacket) is worth about $155 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “Published 1962. Printed in the United States of America.” as the only printing statement, below “© 1962 by The University of Chicago”.

Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$155

Valued from 3 recorded sales in the last 12 months.

What a copy is worth

ConditionUnsigned
Fine$179
Near fine$155
Very good$135
Good$135
Fair$135

How to identify this edition

These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Capitalism and Freedom.

✓ Copyright page: “Published 1962. Printed in the United States of America.” as the only printing statement, below “© 1962 by The University of Chicago”

✓ Binding: publisher’s blue cloth

Common questions

How do I know if my copy of Capitalism and Freedom is a first edition, first printing?
✓ Copyright page: “Published 1962. Printed in the United States of America.” as the only printing statement, below “© 1962 by The University of Chicago” ✓ Binding: publisher’s blue cloth The identification points above show each one.
How much is a first edition, first printing of Capitalism and Freedom worth?
$135–$179 unsigned, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of November 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
Can I sell my copy of Capitalism and Freedom?
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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