Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Signed First Edition

J. K. Rowling

Published by Bloomsbury, London, 1997

About this Item

True first edition of the book that started it all signed by JK Rowling First edition first impression softback of the first book in the Harry Potter series As called for number line 101 on the copyright page Wendy Cooling review misspelt philospher repetition of 1 wand Erringtons A1 Publishers original pictorial covers showcasing Thomas Taylors iconic illustrations Young wizard to spine and rear cover Flatsigned in black ink by author JK Rowling to half title Light edgewear some creasing where the cover has been opened a few minor scuffs Cover is vibrant without fading Light foxing to prelims and half title The odd toned patch and some spotting to pages which are otherwise clean Pages are a little toned to the edges which is very common with this book and is not as bad as many copies we have seen Overall a sharp copy that has been read once and looked after Flatsigned first editions are exceptionally rare with the few that have appeared on the market previously containing a signed bookplate JK Rowlings signature without any dedication is sought after Additionally this is an early example of Rowlings signature penned around the same time as publication when she was still unknown Highly uncommon True first editions are incredibly scarce this being one of just 5015 copies of the softback and is even more rare being signed Signed first editions of the hardback have sold at auction for over pound150000.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Signed First Edition
• Publisher: Bloomsbury, London
• Publication Date: 1997
• Binding: Softback
• Edition: First Edition, First Impression.
• Book Type: book