| Lists the very rare 2003 Tolkien's Ring and rare 2002 Idea Libri, ShirePost, and Klett-Cotta Verlag issues. The latter is an unusual Advent calendar celebrating the Professor's eleventy-first birthday. | |
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2002 Aiolos ISBN: "Tolkien Calendar 2002" Illustrations by Ted Nasmith. Published in Greece (in Greek!)by Aiolos. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole. Rarity: 9. Only recently (Oct 2013) discovered. |
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2002 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien 2002 Calendar" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Clear plastic cover over a cream-colored title page. Illustrations from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A4 (8 3/8 x 11 5/8 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2002 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien 2002 Calendar" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Cover illustration on tracing paper over a lilac-colored vellum title page. Illustrations from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A3 (11.75 x 16.5 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2002 Desolation of Smaug Productions “Middle-earth Fellowship 25th Anniversary Calendar for the year 57 of the 6th Age January 1 through December 31, 2002” Photographs from The Lord of the Rings. Shire reckoning calendar with Gregorian dates added. Dimensions: 11 x 17 inches (w x h); spiral bound; heavy card stock paper. Rarity: 8 About 50 were made. (x) |
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2002 Ediciones Minotauro ISBN: 88-44-507362 VARIANT: “Tolkien Calendario 2002 Ted Nasmith” Features drawings from “The Fellowship of the Ring” to coincide with the release of the movie from New Line Cinema Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrink-wrapped; with heavy cardboard insert. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were produced. However, these are very hard to find. (x) |
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2002 Entertainment Calendar, LLC ISBN: 1-58774-055-9 “The Brothers Hildebrandt Their Tolkien Years 2002 Calendar” It also has photos of their posing sessions that have survived the 25 years since the first calendar was published. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 7 Possible to find on eBay and on the Spiderweb Art website. (m, s) |
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2002 Finnish Tolkien Society "keski-maa-kalenteri 2002" Pen and ink illustrations by various artists. Dimensions: 11 5/8 x 8.25 inches (w x h); stapled. Rarity: 7 It is still possible to order many of the Finnish TS calendars directly from them. (x) |
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2002 HarperEntertainment ISBN: 0-06-621154-9 (US/CAN); 0-00-711189-4 (UK/EUR) “Tolkien Calendar 2002 illustrated by Ted Nasmith” features drawings from “The Fellowship of the Ring” to coincide with the release of the movie from New Line Cinema. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped (UK/EUR issue has a heavy cardboard insert). Rarity: 6 Shrinkwrapped: 8 (x,m) (x,m) |
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2002 Idea Libri ISBN: 88-7082-733-X "luoghi e personaggi de Il Signore Degli Anelli Calendario 2002" Illustrations by Anton Spazzapan. Dimensions: 15 3/4 x 15 3/4 (w x h); wire bound; heavy wire hanging loop. Rarity: 9 Although a sizeable number were printed, it is my understanding (from an Italian collector) that these were recalled because of copyright issues with Tolkien Enterprises. A few have gotten into the hands of collectors. I know of three such copies. (x) |
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2002 Klett-Cotta Verlag "J.R.R. Tolkiens 111. Geburstag" Advent calendar from Klett-Cotta Verlag, Stuttgart. As an advent calendar (ending 3 January 2003), it has images of various Tolkien publications on 24 "windows" that can be opened to reveal a chocolate candy. To commemorate JRRT's eleventy-first birthday! Dimensions: 11 1/4 x 9 3/4 (w x h); shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were probably created. However, I know of only one copy. (m) |
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2002 Pocket "Calendrier 2002 Tolkien" From Pocket; in French. Clear plastic case with small monthly calendar cards. Obverse of each card with an illustration and calendar; reverse with the cover of a JRRT book issued by Pocket. Dimensions: Plastic case, 3 3/4 x 3 7/8; calendar cards, 3 x 3 inches (w x h). Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, I assume that many were created. But have seen this only twice on eBay. (x) |
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2002/2003 ShirePost " 'A Buckland Journey' by Primula Bracegirdle A ShirePost Calendar" An 18-month calendar (May 2002 - September 2003); standard Gregorian calendar with Shire Reckoning equivalents. Color photo illustrations of scenes from The Shire; created by Orgulas Maggot. Dimensions: 11 x 8.25 inches (w x h); stapled. Rarity: 9 12 of these were printed. (x) |
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2002/2003 ShirePost "A ShirePost Calendar" An 18-month calendar (May 2002 - September 2003); standard Gregorian calendar with Shire Reckoning equivalents. Black and white photo illustrations of scenes from The Shire; created by Orgulas Maggot. Dimensions: 11 x 8.25 inches (w x h); stapled. Rarity: 9 Less than 10 of these were printed. (x) |
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2002 Wydawnicto Amber (Warsaw) ISBN: VARIANT: "Tolkien Kalendarz 2002 Ilustracje Ted Nasmith" Licensed by HarperCollinsPublishers to WYDAWNICTO AMBER Sp. z o.o. (Warsaw). Illustrated by Ted Nasmith. Dimensions: 10.4 x 11.2 inches; stapled; punched hanging hole. I have not seen these calendars shrinkwrapped; it has been reported to me that even when new, these are not shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, it has appeared on eBay only once. |
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2003 Aiolos ISBN: "Tolkien Calendar 2003" Illustrations by Ted Nasmith. Published in Greece (in Greek!)by Aiolos. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole. Rarity: 9. Only recently (Oct 2013) discovered. |
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2003 Andrews McMeel Publishing ISBN: 0-7407-2394-4 “A Guide to Middle-Earth 2003 Calendar: Exploring the World of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings from the Book by Robert Foster” The calendar includes details ranging from Frodo Baggin’s personality and genealogy to Sauron’s creation of the ring. Dimensions: 5 x 5 inches (w x h);shrinkwrapped; box. Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, appears on eBay somewhat infrequently. (m) |
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2003 Café Press “Tolkien's Ring" The first of the calendars issued by the Tolkien's Ring Hobbit Study Group. Illustrations by members of the group. Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 inches (w x h). Rarity: 10 Only three copies were ordered. (x) |
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2003 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar 2003" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Clear plastic cover over a cream-colored title page. Illustrations from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A4 (8 3/8 x 11 5/8 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2003 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien Calendar 2003" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Cover illustration on tracing paper over a grayish blue-colored vellum title page. Illustrations from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A3 (11.75 x 16.5 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2003 Daniel Staten
“2003 Tolkien Calendar” Illustrated by Daniel H. Staten. Associated with each illustration is the text that inspired the work and thoughts/comments from Mr. Staten about his creative process for the piece. On each calendar page are major events from the story. Per Mr. Staten: "This calendar represents some of my first illustrative efforts while I was still a student. I have grown and come a long way since those early days, and no longer feel that any of the pieces in this calendar are representative of the quality illustrations I strive for in every piece I do. Please see my website for my current portfolio.” Dimensions: 12 3/8 x 11 1/2 inches (w x h); black wire bound; punched hanging hole. Rarity: 9 Only six were created for family members. (x) |
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2003 Dorset Press
ISBN: 0-7607-3382-1 “The Hobbit Calendar 2003” Illustrated by Lydia Postma. Dimensions: 12 x 13¼ inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 The Dorset Press issue appears very infrequently on eBay. But it is a commercial issue and I assume that there are many "out there." (m,x) |
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2003 Ediciones Minotauro ISBN: 84-450-7404-0 VARIANT: “Tolkien Calendario 2003, illustrado por Ted Nasmith” The paintings are all based on "The Two Towers". Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were produced. However, these are very hard to find. (m) |
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2003 Finnish Tolkien Society "Keski-Maa kalenteri 2003" Pen and ink illustrations by various artists. Dimensions: 12 x 8.5 inches (w x h); stapled. Rarity: 7 It is still possible to order many of the Finnish TS calendars directly from them. (x) |
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2003 HarperEntertainment ISBN: 0-06-008656-4 (US/CAN); 0-00-711190-8 (UK/EUR) “Tolkien Calendar 2003” Illustrated by Ted Nasmith. The paintings are all based on "The Two Towers". Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 6 Shrinkwrapped: 8 (x,m) (m) |
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2003 mlada fronta VARIANT: “mlada fronta Tolkien Kalendár 2003 illustroval Ted Nasmith” Mlada fronta, Czech Republic. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, a large number were produced. However, it is very hard to find. René listed this for sale on his site at one time. (m) |
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2003 Parmadili "2003" Issued by Parmadili. Single sheet wall calendar with "Bridge of Khazad-dum" illustration. Dimensions: 11.5 x 16.5 inches (w x h); metal binding strips at top and bottom with hanging hole in top one. Rarity: 8 Completely unknown number. (x) |
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2003 Parmadili "2003" Issued by Parmadili. Single sheet wall calendar with "Nazgul" illustration. Dimensions: 11.5 x 16.5 inches (w x h); metal binding strips at top and bottom with hanging hole in top one. Rarity: 8 Completely unknown number. (x) |
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2003 Pavilion (The Shire)
ISBN: 1-86205-553-X “The Hobbit Calendar 2003” Illustrated by Lydia Postma. Dimensions: 12 x 13¼ inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 The Pavilion issue has appeared on eBay several times, and I have found it available through various booksellers (Daearon's Books, for example) and the Tolkien Society. (m) |
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2003 Rodney Matthews “Rodney Matthews 2003 Calendar” Illustrations by Rodney Matthews. A fantasy art calendar with five illustrations related to Tolkien. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 7 A fairly sizeable number were probably created, but these appear infrequently on eBay. Several may still be ordered from his website. (m) |
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2003 Ronnie Sellers Productions, Inc. ISBN: 1-56906-471-7. "The Tolkien Artwork of Greg and Tim Hildebrandt Postcard Calendar" Illustrations by the Brothers Hildebrandt. Dimensions: 6 x 8 inches (w x h); wire bound; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 Possible to find on eBay. Was once once listed on the Spiderweb Art website signed by both brothers: 9. (x,m,s) |
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2003 Società Tolkieniana Italiana "2003 Lord of the Rings" Illustrated by Mark Addamiano. Printed in linoleumgrafica in white and black. Limited edition of only 150 copies; 8 pages total including front/back covers. Bound by a cord. Dimensions: 8 1/4 x 11 3/4 inches. Rarity: 6 Had been listed somewhat frequently on eBay by funbeggar. (x) |
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2003 Wydawnicto Amber (Warsaw) ISBN: 83-241-0051-2 VARIANT: "Tolkien Kalendarz 2003 Ilustracje Ted Nasmith" Licensed by HarperCollinsPublishers to WYDAWNICTO AMBER Sp. z o.o. (Warsaw). Illustrated by Ted Nasmith. Dimensions: 10.4 x 11.2 inches; stapled; punched hanging hole. I have not seen these calendars shrinkwrapped; it has been reported to me that even when new, these are not shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, have not seen it on eBay. |
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2004 Andrews McMeel Publishing ISBN: “A Guide to Middle-Earth 2004 Calendar: Exploring the Worlds of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings from the book by Robert Foster” Classic information about characters and events combined with daily entries that provide insights into and details of ME. Dimensions: 5½ x 5½ inches (w x h); shrinkwrapped; box. Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, appears on eBay somewhat infrequently. (m) |
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2004 Barnes and Noble Press ISBN 1-86205-613-7 “The Hobbit Calendar 2004” Illustrated by Lydia Postma. Same as Dorset Press variant following. Dimensions: 12 x 13¼ inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, it appears on eBay only once or twice a year. (m) |
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2004 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien's Smaug Calendar 2004" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Clear plastic cover over a cream-colored title page. Illustrations of Smaug from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A4 (8 3/8 x 11 5/8 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2004 Colin Williams "J.R.R. Tolkien's Smaug Calendar 2004" Illustrated by Colin Williams. Cover illustration on tracing paper over a cream-colored vellum title page. Illustrations of Smaug from "The Hobbit". Dimensions: A3 (11.75 x 16.5 inches) (w x h); black wire bound through which a bamboo stick has been inserted with a loop of ribbon for hanging. Rarity: 8 Only 34 were created as Christmas presents for family and friends. (s) |
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2004 Dorset Press ISBN: 0-7607-4502-1 VARIANT: “The Hobbit Calendar 2004” Illustrated by Lydia Postma. Same as UK variant from Barnes and Noble Press above. Dimensions: 12 x 13¼ inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, it appears on eBay only once or twice a year. (x) |
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2004 Ediciones Minotauro ISBN: 788-445-0746-8 "2004 Calendario Illustrado por Ted Nasmith" Illustrations by Ted Nasmith. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; corrugated cardboard insert; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were produced. However, these are very hard to find. (m) |
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2004 Finnish Tolkien Society "2004 Keski-Maa Kalenteri" Pen and ink illustrations by Hannaa Lehmusto, Paivi Niinikangas, Tuomas Hallivuo, Petra Suntila, Irene Visti, and Jani Nummela. Dimensions: 11 5/8 x 8.25 inches (w x h); stapled. Rarity: 7 It is still possible to order many of the Finnish TS calendars directly from them. (x) |
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2004 HarperEntertainment ISBN: 0-06-055419-3 (US/Canada); 0-007-11191-6 (UK/Europe) "Tolkien Calendar 2004" Illustrations by Ted Nasmith. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 6 Shrinkwrapped: 8 (x,m) (m) |
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2004 Hollin Designs "2004 Seasons of Middle Earth An Elvish Calendar" Calligraphy by Laithaine; design by Alia. Dimensions: 5 1/2 x 4 1/4 inches (w x h); hand-twisted wire binding and closure. Rarity: 8 Only 25 of these were made. (x) |
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2004 Ronnie Sellers Productions, Inc. ISBN: 1-56906-683-3 “The Tolkien Art of the Brothers Hildebrandt 2004 Calendar” Illustrations by the Brothers Hildebrandt. Dimensions: 12 x 12 inches (w x h); stapled; punched hanging hole; shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 8 Possible to find on eBay and on the Spiderweb Art website occasionally. (m) |
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2004 Wydawnicto Amber (Warsaw) ISBN: 83-241-1119-0 VARIANT: "Tolkien Kalendarz 2004 Ilustracje Ted Nasmith" Licensed by HarperCollinsPublishers to WYDAWNICTO AMBER Sp. z o.o. (Warsaw). Illustrated by Ted Nasmith. Dimensions: 10.4 x 11.2 inches; stapled; punched hanging hole. I have not seen these calendars shrink-wrapped; it has been reported to me that even when new, these are not shrinkwrapped. Rarity: 9 As a commercial issue, a large number were created. However, it has appeared on eBay only once. (x) |
