| 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 Caf� 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 13� 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 Kalend�r 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. Ren� 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 13� 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 Societ� 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: 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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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 13� 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 13� 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) |
