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Witness first edition, first printing (Random House, 1952) dust jacket

Witness First Edition

Whittaker Chambers · Random House, 1952 · First edition, first printing

For a first edition, first printing of Witness by Whittaker Chambers (Random House, 1952), the first point to check: Copyright page: “First Printing” stated, Random House, 1952.

Not yet valued.

Valued from 4 recorded sales in the last 12 months.

What a copy is worth

ConditionSignedInscribed
Near fine$1,569$1,569
Very good$1,334$1,334

How to identify this edition

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

✓ Copyright page: “First Printing” stated, Random House, 1952

✓ Binding: black cloth, spine lettered in white

Common questions

How do I know if my copy of Witness is a first edition, first printing?
✓ Copyright page: “First Printing” stated, Random House, 1952 ✓ Binding: black cloth, spine lettered in white The identification points above show each one.
How much is a first edition, first printing of Witness worth?
$1,569 signed, 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 Witness?
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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