Human Action First Edition
A first edition, first printing of Human Action by Ludwig von Mises (Yale University Press, 1949) is worth about $13,973 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $33,327 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “Copyright, 1949, by Yale University Press”, with no printing statement.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$13,973
Valued from 1 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $16,068 | $33,327 | $33,327 |
| Near fine | $13,973 | $28,980 | $28,980 |
| Very good | $11,877 | $24,633 | $24,633 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Human Action.
✓ Copyright page: “Copyright, 1949, by Yale University Press”, with no printing statement
✓ Dust jacket: red, “HUMAN ACTION” in large white capitals, “A Treatise on Economics” in a black panel, cream spine with “Yale” at the foot
✓ Binding: grey-blue cloth, spine lettered “Human Action / Von Mises / Yale”
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Human Action is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “Copyright, 1949, by Yale University Press”, with no printing statement ✓ Dust jacket: red, “HUMAN ACTION” in large white capitals, “A Treatise on Economics” in a black panel, cream spine with “Yale” at the foot ✓ Binding: grey-blue cloth, spine lettered “Human Action / Von Mises / Yale” The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of Human Action worth?
- $11,877–$16,068 unsigned, up to $33,327 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.
- Is a signed first edition, first printing of Human Action worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Ludwig von Mises is valued at about $28,980, against $13,973 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of Human Action?
- 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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