How The Grinch Stole Christmas
A first edition, first printing of How The Grinch Stole Christmas by Theodor Seuss Geisel (Random House, 1957) is worth about $3,912 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $9,660 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Rear jacket flap: “Dr. Seuss has written and illustrated 14 books”, the list ending with How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$3,912
Valued from 3 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $792 | — | — |
| Near fine | $3,912 | $9,660 | $9,660 |
| Very good | $3,326 | $8,211 | $8,211 |
| Good | $600 | — | — |
| Fair | $492 | — | — |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of How The Grinch Stole Christmas.
✓ Rear jacket flap: “Dr. Seuss has written and illustrated 14 books”, the list ending with How the Grinch Stole Christmas
✓ Rear jacket panel: advertisement for The Cat in the Hat at $2.00
✓ Price: $2.50 on the front flap, printed “250” at both corners (unclipped); the price alone doesn’t prove a first
✓ Back of the book: 13 titles listed
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of How The Grinch Stole Christmas is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Rear jacket flap: “Dr. Seuss has written and illustrated 14 books”, the list ending with How the Grinch Stole Christmas ✓ Rear jacket panel: advertisement for The Cat in the Hat at $2.00 ✓ Price: $2.50 on the front flap, printed “250” at both corners (unclipped); the price alone doesn’t prove a first ✓ Back of the book: 13 titles listed The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of How The Grinch Stole Christmas worth?
- $492–$3,912 unsigned, up to $9,660 signed, 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.
- Is a signed first edition, first printing of How The Grinch Stole Christmas worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Theodor Seuss Geisel is valued at about $9,660, against $3,912 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of How The Grinch Stole Christmas?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
Selling a copy?
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