Unfinished Tales First Edition
A first edition, first impression of Unfinished Tales by J.R.R. Tolkien (George Allen & Unwin, 1980) is worth about $242 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “First published in 1980” by George Allen & Unwin (Publishers) Ltd, with no “Reprinted” line.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$242
Valued from 12 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Near fine | $242 |
| Very good | $205 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Unfinished Tales.
✓ Copyright page: “First published in 1980” by George Allen & Unwin (Publishers) Ltd, with no “Reprinted” line
✓ Dust jacket: dark red with a serpent design, TOLKIEN / Unfinished Tales lettered on the front
✓ Binding: burgundy cloth, spine lettered in gilt
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Unfinished Tales is a first edition, first impression?
- ✓ Copyright page: “First published in 1980” by George Allen & Unwin (Publishers) Ltd, with no “Reprinted” line ✓ Dust jacket: dark red with a serpent design, TOLKIEN / Unfinished Tales lettered on the front ✓ Binding: burgundy cloth, spine lettered in gilt The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first impression of Unfinished Tales worth?
- $205–$242 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 Unfinished Tales?
- 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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