Signed first edition harry potter and the sorcerers stone

£3,750.00

SIGNED Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone US Collectors Edition Hardback

First edition first print signed by J.K. Rowling.

Includes authors Special Security sticker guaranteeing authenticity of the signature.

ISBN: 0-439-30352-x

Published: Scholastic in 2000.

Book in excellent condition. Slight crease to front top right corner (see photos).

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A JK Rowling signed copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone has sold for four times its estimate at auction.

The rare book, which is one of only 500 hardback copies signed by the author in 1997, was expected fetch between £20,000 and £30,000.

In exceptional condition, the first edition was eventually sold for £80,000.

It is thought that, of the initial 500 copies of the book, there are only approximately 200 left as many were sent to libraries or damaged beyond repair.

Despite the large fee, it is not the highest recorded sale of one of Rowling’s books. A signed copy of the same edition fetched £125,000 last year in a European auction record.

Another copy was sold for £68,000 last December in Staffordshire.

This particular book was bought in Nottingham in 1997 shortly after it was released.

The auctioneers described it as “an exceptional copy, first edition, first impression, case-bound issue", and said it is considered so collectible because it features a number of misprints.

Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter

(YouTube/Warner Bros)

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is the first of seven books in the hugely popular series that has spawned numerous movies, theme parks and action figures.

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First Edition, First Printing of J.K. Rowling's Rare First Book Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone; Signed by Her

ROWLING, J.K.

Item Number: 30043

London: Bloomsbury, 1997.

First Edition, first printing with all the prerequisite first issue points called for (including “wand” listed twice on page 53). Octavo, original illustrated boards, without a dust jacket as issued.  Signed by J.K. Rowling on the dedication page. In near fine condition with some light browning to the page edges and light fading to the spine. Housed in a custom half morocco clamshell box. Only 500 copies of the first printing were published, with over half making their way to libraries. A very sharp example.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is the first novel in the Harry Potter series and J. K. Rowling's debut novel, first published in 1997 by Bloomsbury. The writing has been compared to that of Jane Austen, one of Rowling's favourite authors, or Roald Dahl, whose works dominated children's stories before the appearance of Harry Potter, and of the Ancient Greek story-teller Homer. It has been translated into several languages and has been made into a feature-length film of the same name.

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Expand Your Harry Potter Collection With Signed Antiquarian Books

Signed Harry Potter books and first editions can be a positive way to build up a collection featuring one of your favorite magical protagonists. You can use eBay to browse through all texts relating to the world of Harry Potter and find the ones that meet your needs. Understanding what options you can choose for these items can help you find the Harry Potter book set that works for you. 

Finding special attributes of Harry Potter collectible books 

If you have specific preferences for your signed Harry Potter book or collection, eBay provides helpful sidebar categories that can assist you. All signed Harry Potter books will include a signature from the author, an illustrator, or another member of the team, but some books may include additional features such as:  

  • Illustrations - You may find Harry Potter collector's books that include some illustrations within the book in addition to the cover art.
  • First edition - Some of the signed Harry Potter books you will find on eBay are also part of a first printing run.
  • Dust jacket - Many hardcover books from the series feature of dust jacket with cover art. This jacket can provide you with the main illustration for the book, information about the series or author, and a protective covering to keep debris away from the pages.

Can you get signed Harry Potter books in other languages? 

eBay can provide you with Harry Potter books in English, but the series has also been translated into other languages as well. Some common options you will find during your search include books translated into the following languages:  

  • Russian
  • German
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Are used Harry Potter collectible editions available? 

You can find collectible Harry Potter first editions as a brand new item, but other categories are available for your convenience. A few of the most common conditions in which you can find these books are:  

  • New - This type of signed Harry Potter book is unused and should feature all its original packaging. You should not see any signs of wear in this book.
  • Used - A used Harry Potter book may feature slight wear or blemishes as a normal part of use. Any listings on eBay should include brief descriptions of the kinds of wear you may expect.
  • Refurbished - These collectible books have been opened and read, but they have also been restored to like-new condition.

How much is a first edition Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone?

'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' (US title) "Prices for first edition first printings go up to around $6,500 with a fair selection between $4,000 and $5,000 —many signed by the author — although cheaper copies can be found."

How much is a signed first edition Harry Potter?

Sisters Jenny and Lucy have sold their first-edition signed copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone for a whopping £220,800 ($271,000), breaking the current British record for a Harry Potter first edition (£125,000, or $153,000) by almost £100,000 ($123,000).

How do you tell if Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is first edition?

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (book 1 - US) US first editions will have the number line of "1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2 8 9/9 0/0 01 02," on the copyright page along with "Printed in the U.S.A.23" and "First American edition, October 1998". Prices for later editions in good condition are three figures.

How much is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Worth?

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