Capitalism and Freedom (No DJ) First Edition
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
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| 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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