TOLKIEN, J. R. R. The Hobbit. In full leather binding.

Illustrated. Norwalk, Connecticut: The Easton Press, Connecticut, 1966. pp . 317. First Easton Press edition. 8vo. Printed on archival paper. Bound in full dark green leather, titled and decorated in gilt; moiré silk endpapers; yellow silk marker. All edges gilt in 22kt gold. A pristine copy.

Rare editions of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit are highly prized by collectors for their literary and historical significance. The most coveted is the 1937 first edition, published by George Allen & Unwin, featuring a print run of just 1,500 copies. These editions include Tolkien’s original illustrations and maps, along with subtle differences in text, such as "Good Morning" on the dust jacket. Subsequent rare versions include the 1951 second edition, which introduced revisions to align with The Lord of the Rings. Editions signed by Tolkien or featuring unique artwork, like the 1976 deluxe editions, also command high values.

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