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Gandalf relates his adventures by Cor Blok

Exclusive - now for sale: Original art by the artist Cor Blok


Original art to accompany The Lord of the Rings created by Cor Blok in 1958 to 1962.

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The lord of the Rings, first one-volume edition from 1968 signed by the author on the title page #CLP0209 - 1937 true 1st UK Edition 1st impression of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, with facsimile dustjacket - 7800 Euro

Very first edition of the Hobbit, the desire for every serious Tolkien collector.

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Essais de Philologie Moderne - J.R.R Tolkien - Middle English Lonsenger from Tolkien's personal library #CLP0213 - Essais de Philologie Moderne - J.R.R Tolkien - Middle English Lonsenger from Tolkien's personal library - 700 Euro

A separately printed essay by Tolkien, in English, from the a journal of the University of Liege, France. 14 page stapled wrappers, bearing two "From the Library of J.R.R. Tolkien" stickers

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A Cut 1938 Signature of J.R.R. Tolkien, dedicated to Miss E. Bradley #CLP0210 - A Cut 1938 Signature of J.R.R. Tolkien, dedicated to Miss E. Bradley - 3500 USD

Would be perfect for a tipped in Signature to a copy of one of his classics like, The Hobbit.

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Like new, 1978 The Tolkien Library Boxed Set with The hobbit, the Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, still in publishers cellophane #CLP0214 - Like new, 1978 The Tolkien Library Boxed Set with The hobbit, the Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, still in publishers cellophane - 1200 GBP

Highly collectable Tolkien books set still in publishers cellophane, rare find in this pristine condition

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1978 The Tolkien Library Boxed Set with The hobbit, the Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion #CLP0212 - 1978 The Tolkien Library Boxed Set with The hobbit, the Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion - 900 Euro

Highly collectable, this is a very nice set for any Tolkien fans collection. This set looks amazing and is extremely scarce.

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1st US Hobbit - 1st State facsimile dj #LS0001 - 1st US Hobbit - 1st State facsimile dj - $4000.00

A very good copy of a rare Tolkien book. Houghton Mifflin, 1938.

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Some hints on pattern designing by William Morris from Tolkien's personal library #CLP0211 - Some hints on pattern designing by William Morris from Tolkien's personal library - 3000 GBP

From the personal library of J.R.R. Tolkien, his copy with his signature, in pencil to the front free endpaper.

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#CLP0162 - 1997 Harper Collins The Hobbit, Signed Limited Numbered Edition - #20 of 600 - € 750,-

Number 560 of a Limited Edition of only 600, specially bound and slipcased by the publisher to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first publication of "The Hobbit". Signed by the renowned artist, Alan Lee.   

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#CLP0098 - The Children of Hurin, UK Deluxe Edition, With Full Page Drawing by Alan Lee, Signed - € 1600,-


Alan Lee is the world famous Tolkien illustrator who earned an Oscar for his work as a conceptual designer on Peter Jackson's film trilogy of The Lord of the Rings and the chance to acquire an original illustration by him is rare.
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The History of Middle Earth, Volumes 1 - 12, 1st UK Edition, 1st impressions in dustjackets, Near Fine #ARH0004 - The History of Middle Earth, Volumes 1 - 12, 1st UK Edition, 1st impressions in dustjackets, Near Mint - $7500

Exceptional fine condition with several books featuring review slips and volume one a signature by Christopher Tolkien.

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#CLP0161 - The History of Middle Earth, Part 2 Limited Deluxe Edition – € 420,-

Harper Collins Publishers, the 1st printing of 2001, The Deluxe Limited Edition, limited to 1000 copies worldwide.  

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#CLP0049 - Uncorrected Proof Copy of the Hobbit, Allen and Uwin, 1966 - € 17.500,-

J.R.R.Tolkien the Hobbit proofs are very rare to find and extremely rare Tolkien collectables.
This one with tolkiens name misspelled on the front cover and title page.

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Farmer Giles of Ham, 1st Edition, 1st Printing with near fine dustjacket #ARH0002 - Farmer Giles of Ham, 1st Edition, 1st Printing with near fine dustjacket - $950

Very first edition of Farmer Giles of Ham, the desire for every serious Tolkien collector.

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The J.R.R. Tolkien Deluxe Edition Collection: The Children of Hurin, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings #CLP0006 - The J.R.R. Tolkien Deluxe Edition Collection: The Children of Hurin, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings – € 550,-
A unique set limited to 500 pieces only. Previously not available to US customers, but now available through the Tolkien Library Store - we will ship this set worldwide!

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The Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien 1st single volume paperback, with a beautiful black ink signature by JRR Tolkien

#CLP0166 - J.R.R. Tolkien Airmail Family letter of 14 December 1970 and photograph - € 7.750,-


Christmas airmail letter from J.R.R. 'Ronald' Tolkien and Edith Tolkien to W.A.R. Hadley, together with photograph of Wilfred Tolkien, Tom Hadley and five others.

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J.R.R Tolkien autograph letter signed J.R.R. Tolkien to Rev. Professor Dr. A. Pompen #CLP0088 - J.R.R Tolkien autograph letter signed J.R.R. Tolkien to Rev. Professor Dr. A. Pompen - € 3.200,-
Handwritten letter signed by J.R.R. Tolkien, 20 Northmoor Road, Oxford, 27 September 1936, together with envelope.
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#CLP0015 - 1992 Harper Collins, The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. Signed Alan Lee 1 volume Deluxe Limited Edition #109/250  - € 1100,-

Number 109 of a Limited Edition of only 250, specially bound and slipcased one volume edition of the Lord of the Rings published to celebrate the centenary of J.R.R. Tolkien's birth on January 3, 1892.


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The Tolkien Library Store always has a large amount of rare and collectible Tolkien books up for sale. The books in the Tolkien Library Store always have a high collectible value and are of the finest on the market. Tolkien books available include both the UK and US editions, original cloth bindings, custom fine bindings, and Signed / Numbered / Limited Editions.

Rare Tolkien items are also available, including books and letters signed by Tolkien, proof copies and books from Tolkiens personal library.

Not all items are on display here, so please do not hesitate to make requests about Tolkien books you are trying to find. Whatever you are looking to buy or sell, we will always try to help.
Please choose the category of books you are interested in:

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