Rare Harry Potter first edition, one of 500 hardcovers, sold for $400,000
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A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone has fetched a staggering $400,000 at auction. This prized copy is distinguished by its printing errors and unique characteristics, appealing to avid collectors. With only 500 hardcover copies originally issued, many destined for libraries, the sale underscores the enduring allure of the Harry Potter saga, especially in anticipation of its upcoming screen adaptation scheduled for December 2026.
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- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/books/in-1997-just-500-hardcover-copies-of-the-first-harry-potter-book-were-printed-most-for-libraries-29-years-later-one-surviving-first-edition-with-the-original-printing-errors-sold-for-400000-in-dallas/articleshow/135089158.cms
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- 21/10/2026 11:30 UTC
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- 21/10/2026 13:08 UTC
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