The front and back covers are both in terrific condition and the gilded page edges show minor wear (see pictures of all edges). There is light residue on the second page.
This set is part of the Tolkien Collection published by Easton Press. Each book comes complete with a fold-out map. It would be a beautiful addition to your Easton Press collection.
Overall, this copy is a grade collector's set. This set is very elusive in this superior condition, as only a limited number of them were ever published, so now is the time to act. Hopefully you can add this set to your collection and enjoy it in the years to come..