Thrilling Cities First Edition
A first edition, first impression of Thrilling Cities by Ian Fleming (Jonathan Cape, 1963) is worth about $375 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $10,368 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “© 1963 by Glidrose Productions Ltd”, printed by Billing & Sons, with no impression or “Reprinted” line.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$375
Valued from 3 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $431 | $10,368 | $10,368 |
| Near fine | $375 | $9,016 | $9,016 |
| Very good | $319 | $7,664 | $7,664 |
| Good | $270 | — | — |
| Fair | $225 | — | — |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Thrilling Cities.
✓ Copyright page: “© 1963 by Glidrose Productions Ltd”, printed by Billing & Sons, with no impression or “Reprinted” line
✓ Errata slip: tipped in, correcting page 233
✓ Binding: half cloth with black endpapers
✓ Dust jacket: design by Paul Davis; glossy lamination on the rear panel and flap, not over the front flap
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Thrilling Cities is a first edition, first impression?
- ✓ Copyright page: “© 1963 by Glidrose Productions Ltd”, printed by Billing & Sons, with no impression or “Reprinted” line ✓ Errata slip: tipped in, correcting page 233 ✓ Binding: half cloth with black endpapers ✓ Dust jacket: design by Paul Davis; glossy lamination on the rear panel and flap, not over the front flap The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first impression of Thrilling Cities worth?
- $225–$431 unsigned, up to $10,368 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 impression of Thrilling Cities worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Ian Fleming is valued at about $9,016, against $375 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of Thrilling Cities?
- 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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