Gingertown
A first edition, first printing of Gingertown by Claude McKay (Harper & Brothers, 1932) is worth about $1,518 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $10,782 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “First Edition” stated, with the Harper code letters “A-G” below it.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$1,518
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near fine | $1,518 | $10,782 | $10,782 |
| Very good | $1,290 | $9,166 | $9,166 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Gingertown.
✓ Copyright page: “First Edition” stated, with the Harper code letters “A-G” below it
✓ Binding: black cloth spine lettered in red, boards covered in red and blue wavy-line patterned paper
✓ Endpapers: the same red and blue wavy-line pattern
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Gingertown is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “First Edition” stated, with the Harper code letters “A-G” below it ✓ Binding: black cloth spine lettered in red, boards covered in red and blue wavy-line patterned paper ✓ Endpapers: the same red and blue wavy-line pattern The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of Gingertown worth?
- $1,290–$1,518 unsigned, up to $10,782 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 Gingertown worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Claude McKay is valued at about $10,782, against $1,518 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of Gingertown?
- 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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