Naming and Necessity First Edition
A first US edition, first printing of Naming and Necessity by Saul Kripke (Harvard University Press, 1980) is worth about $219 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $8,147 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “Copyright © 1972, 1980 by Saul A. Kripke” and “Printed in the United States of America”, with no printing statement below.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$219
Valued from 2 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $251 | $8,147 | $8,147 |
| Near fine | $219 | $7,084 | $7,084 |
| Very good | $186 | $6,021 | $6,021 |
| Good | $168 | $5,419 | $5,419 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Naming and Necessity.
✓ Copyright page: “Copyright © 1972, 1980 by Saul A. Kripke” and “Printed in the United States of America”, with no printing statement below
✓ Binding: tan cloth, spine lettered in gilt on green panels
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Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Naming and Necessity is a first US edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “Copyright © 1972, 1980 by Saul A. Kripke” and “Printed in the United States of America”, with no printing statement below ✓ Binding: tan cloth, spine lettered in gilt on green panels The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first US edition, first printing of Naming and Necessity worth?
- $168–$251 unsigned, up to $8,147 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 US edition, first printing of Naming and Necessity worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Saul Kripke is valued at about $7,084, against $219 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of Naming and Necessity?
- 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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