Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. The book is in nice condition with minor wear to the boards. Rainwater Books, San Jose, U.S.A. Used - Hardcover The first printing was so large that it was likely printed simultaneously in multiple printing plants. But they lack the embossed diamond pattern on the book boards. A first edition, first US Printing book should fetch three digits. This As New, Signed First American Printing of the 1st book of the Harry Potter series is protected in a Brodart cover - a phenomenal book, as good as it gets!. Only 500 were published and 300 went to libraries. But Goblet of Fire and the subsequent books in the series had such large first printings that the job was split up between several plants throughout the US and even in Mexico. Find out when this item goes on sale, get coupons from the seller, and keep track of all your favorites! You have 14 days from item delivery to ship this item back to the seller. The dust jacket has a price of 10.99 on the bottom corner of the front flap. Naturally, this screw-up renders this version of the book far more valuablesigned copies in excellent condition can go for up to $12,000. By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, 12 books you'll remember if you were a child in the 1990s, 12 books you'll remember if you were a child in the 1950s. More about the number to the right of "Printed in U.S.A": This is the printing plant number, and it signifies the printing press where the American editions were produced. The dust jacket has two reviews on the back - by the Sunday Times and the Independent on Saturday. By far the most valuable book in the series is the first, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, published on 30 June 1997 by Bloomsbury in London. The original list price was $25.95. A lovely copy SIGNED by the author. In fine condition, the first state routinely costs over $1,500. The third printing was historically significant as the first printing which included a dust jacket. Deluxe editions can be priced in four figures if signed. So far one number doesn't seem more valuable than another for these later series books. Sponsored $2.95 + $12.99 shipping Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - First American Edition October 1998 $14.00 Free shipping Also, the dust jacket of a "Ted Smart Edition" may have ordering information on the back cover. It is found at the bottom of the publisher's page, which is located just before the title page in most books. First Edition, First Printing with the number line beginning with 1, published October 1998 with NO indication of later printings. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. Recent examples of successful finds include the forthcoming auction of a "pristine" first-edition of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," which is one of just 500 hardback copies printed in 1997 300 of which were sent to schools and children's libraries. The remainder were printed by Clays of London which is the printer for all other UK editions. The dust jacket back has an orange bar code field on the left side, and the small bar code within has the number ". " The copyright page has the full number line "10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 07 08 09 10 11." Therefore, they are quite rare and quite valuable. They were issued without a dust jacket. It incorrectly identified these books as rarer than they actually are. "The advantage of a fictional hero or heroine is that you can know them better than you can know a living hero, many of whom you would never meet. The dust jacket has $34.99 price on the upper corner of the front flap. This is the first book in the series.SIGNED by the author,J.K. There were simply too many printed. If your thirst for collecting is not quenched by the US editions, many countries publish their own editions of the Harry Potter books (Canada, Australia, Spain, Japan, Russia, Wales, etc.). Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Boards are aquamarine with an embossed diamond pattern and a purple cloth spine. The initial hardcover print run of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban was stopped mid-printing after it was discovered that 'Joanne Rowling' rather than 'J.K. Rare hardcover editions and copies signed by Rowling are worth thousands. Signed by Author(s). The cast has been signing books at premieres and other events over the years, so these are not considered rare autographs. Condition: Fine. The US edition ( 23rd printing) published in the U.K. as "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone". The second version has the YEAR 2 badge with a $17.95 price. Please check out the detailed photos. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. The most desirable book is the first printing with the first version of the binding in the first-version dust jacket. Sigma Books, Sheridan, U.S.A. Book A book club edition is far less valuable than the true first US edition. Please try again. I am so happy with him. The dust jacket has, price on the upper corner of the front flap. It was released concurrently with the hardcover edition, and only 200 copies were in the first printing. Now, a few quick comments on the US softcover books. Seven original copies were made of the book at first. 1st Edition. She stated that the idea of "this scrawny, black-haired, bespectacled boy who didn't know he was a wizard became more and more real to me". The British editions are considered the true first editions. One school of thought is that the press runs were so large for Goblet of Fire, Order of the Phoenix, Half-Blood Prince, and Deathly Hallows that they will never be scarce - so nobody is paying much attention to where it was printed. According to AbeBooks, only 500 copies of the original 1997 hardback. Look out for Canadian first editions, published by Raincoast, for between $100 and $300. Category: . Handsomely bound in finely woven quarter brick red cloth spine stamped brightly in gold. Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. As stated with any J.K. Rowling signature, be sure to do your research before purchasing so that you can have a real treasure. She signed copies of the book that night for 1,700 people who won exclusive tickets to the event. The first edition of this recent J.K. Rowling book was published by Bloomsbury in 2007. One simple guideline to collecting Potter books: anything signed by J.K. Rowling has significant financial value. ), the books are all in fantastic condition, and I couldnt be happier!! Published by They are less valuable but do make a nice set. These books have soft covers, but only Chamber of Secrets featured a proof dust jacket wrapped around it. The first edition identification criteria are as follows: "First published in Great Britain in 2003" is stated on the copyright page toward the top, and "First edition" is stated near the bottom. J.K. ROWLING AUTOGRAPH laid in at the Title Page. It is bordered by the United States in the north and by Guatemala and Belize in the southeast. But please contact me if you have problems with your order, United States | English (US) | $ (USD), 1946 Hiroshima Book by John Hersey, Published by Alfred A. 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But so far we see no evidence that this happened. The boards are illustrated to match the dust jacket. 1998. ILAB, Used - Hardcover Millions of first editions were printed. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" was published in 1997. Maple Grove, MN . Contact seller Seller Rating: Book First Edition New - Softcover Condition: New US$ 9.99 Convert currency US$ 6.99 Shipping Within U.S.A. Hardcover first-edition first printings of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone have become the "Holy Grail" for Potter collectors. Quantity: > 20 Add to Basket A handful of advance proof copies are available from $7,500 to $13,500. The second state corrects the copyright to J.K. Rowling, lists Clays St. Ives as the printer, and has no ads in the rear. They are easily spotted, as the words "Large Print Edition" appear in the black band located on the bottom of the cover. Many buyers are also looking for books accompanied by items such as entrance wristbands or golden tickets from events where J.K. Rowling has conducted a signing. Condition: Excellent. Etsy uses cookies and similar technologies to give you a better experience, enabling things like: Detailed information can be found in Etsys Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy and our Privacy Policy. Celebratory Editions (which have been released with each movie) have foil stars on their covers. 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. There are now several editions of the softcover books out. This stunning First Issue dustjacket has the $16.95 printed price present with the "Guardian" quote on the back panel of the dustjacket. High Bidder: #379863. Another great option for the collector who wants to own first-edition UK books is purchasing ex-library copies. But all that changed with her Harry Potter series. David Edwards, Bookseller, Tucson, U.S.A. Hardcover. Prices for Australian first editions vary between $200 and $2,000. Arthur A. Levine / Scholastic Press, New York. Great deals on Harry Potter North American First Edition Antiquarian & Collectible Books. The first editions of the deluxe edition from 1999 are also desirable, with prices from $450 to $2,500. The hardcover has pictorial laminated boards and was issued without a dust jacket. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone First American Edition 11th Printing Nice! Collecting 1/1 copies of the UK paperbacks makes a nice alternative to their very expensive hardcover cousins. Boards are green with an embossed diamond pattern, and a yellow cloth spine with metallic red lettering. Also being sold by Quintessential Rare Books for $15,000 is the first American edition of the first book from the saga, Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone. Second editions can value over $150, and third editions can still be worth more than $50. ", "Look out for first edition copies signed by JK Rowling at the midnight launch event in Edinburgh on 2003 that are going to be priced in four figures. Diary of a Seasoned Life What Is My Purpose? Sorcerer's Stone and Chamber of Secrets were the only US editions to have multiple states in the first printing. The cover is in fantastic condition, the binding is tight, pages are clean, free of marks, and crisp.Copyright page states - 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. You should be very careful when you set out to purchase signed books. A key part of every childhood is the books we read. Please take a moment to note that any US hardcover Harry Potter book that has only blackboards and NO diamond imprint ("boards" are composed of the front and back hardcovers and spine) is a BOOK CLUB COPY and nowhere near as valuable as those books with the appropriate two-color, diamond pattern boards. Find copies Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (book 1 - US) Published in 1998, the US version of the Philosopher's Stone was oddly re-titled as the Sorcerer's Stone. This copy is SIGNED, not personalized, by the legendary author herself during her first book tour! The number 4 will be embossed in gold on the binding and the dust jacket. The only value is sentimental. The second state has a review from an American publication, Publisher's Weekly. Signed by J K Rowling. Online book marketplaceAbeBooks, which specializes in rare books, has detailed exactly which editions are worth a good deal more than their cost price ranging from 200 to over 50,000. Deluxe editions can be priced in four figures if signed. Listed on Jun 27, 2022 Chamber of Secrets will cost over $3,000, as will Prisoner of Azkaban. 1st Printing .True 1st American Edition, - Harry Potter And The Deathly Hollows. This was all in addition to managing her own business and personal situation. This copy is authentically SIGNED by J.K. Rowling on the title page. The UK editions of Goblet of Fire and Order of the Phoenix use the term "FIRST EDITION" on the publisher's page to denote 1/1 copies. Book fine, spine ends very slightly bent. Rowling has received numerous literary awards, including Denmark?s HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON AWARD (not the biannual international award of the same name), and deservedly so. This seller usually responds within a few hours. We have no information on how many were in each state, but the first state is more desirable and seems to be much rarer. (For example, "James exits Harry's wand first, followed by Lily.") Fine/ Fine unclipped ($16.95) dust jacket. 2000, Seller: Boldly signed by J.K. Rowling on the title page. Rowling, J. K. (The First Harry Potter Book signed), Published by Condition: As New. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (1) (J.K. ROWLING AUTOGRAPHED). Dust jacket fine, spine top very slightly creased. Harry Potter First Edition Hardbacks- Chamber Secrets, Goblet Fire, Sorcerer's Stone and Prisoner Azkaban by j. k. rowling 4.8 (133) Hardcover Harry Potter Books,6 & 7 Half-Blood Prince & The Deathly Hallows (hard Cover, 1st Edition) Book 6 of 7: Harry Potter Ravenclaw Edition | by J. K. Rowling | Jan 1, 2006 4.9 (1,011) Hardcover $5995 $69.99 Both the book and the jacket meet all points for a true first printing. Ex-library, with library and discarded stamp over it on half-title page; no other library markings. $103.87 (15% Off). However, unsurprisingly, the crown jewels reside in the UK. Harry First Edition - Etsy Check out our harry first edition selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our literature & fiction shops. There were between 3,000 and 5,000 of each printed, making them far rarer than any US trade edition. To detect whether your first edition Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is valuable, you have to make absolutely sure that you are holding in your hands a first edition. The dust jacket has $29.99 price on the upper corner of the front flap. Arthur A. Levine Books, Opinions about the number of copies printed before the errors were spotted vary greatly however, it seems that only a small number came off the press which greatly enhances its value. Harry . Look for the 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 and 0/0 01 02, etc. Clean and tight throughout. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. This ORIGINAL dustjacket is rich in color with NO chips or tears. This phenomenon has made the book the most expensive of the whole saga and it is one of the most . Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at eBay.com. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Hardcover. Turning off the personalized advertising setting wont stop you from seeing Etsy ads or impact Etsy's own personalization technologies, but it may make the ads you see less relevant or more repetitive. Stay up to date with what you want to know. I bought this copy new and it's only been in my possession, unread. There was a problem calculating your shipping. The top spine of both the book and the dust jacket lists "J.K. ROWLING" and lacks the "YEAR 1" badge, and the gold lettering is raised on the spine of the dust jacket. 1998. rareandsigned, LEEDS, United Kingdom, Used - Hardcover Josefina Calderon was a 17th-century Mexican witch and Healer who became the wife of Chadwick Boot, one of the founders of Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Demand for collectible Harry Potters has not decreased even though the last book in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, was published in 2007. Scholastic Press, New York, Harry Potter, first printing of the first American edition, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, marked October 1999 on the title page, hardback. Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order. The final price was more than six times the pre-sale estimate of $70,000. Seller: Below that is "First edition, July 2007." First Edition, First Printing of this First American Edition with all the First Issue points. "Paperback first editions of the Philosopher's Stone are also quite scarce and attract four-figure price-tags - sometimes five figures if in . They came with stickers on them that certify them to be Signed by the Author. Many early UK Potter books went to libraries. The copyright page must not contain the statement "This edition produced for The Book People Ltd" since this indicates a reprint. see program terms. The US collector's editions are of slightly lower quality than their UK versions. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. The copyright page has the full number line ", " with one of several possible printing plant codes including ", " Below that, some first printings have a statement saying that the paper used in the book is from mixed sources. Maurice Sendaks childrens books are classics. Amazing seller! Published by The Dallas-based auction house said only 500 copies with the specific binding were printed. SIGNED first edition, as stated on copyright page with number line from 1-10. How do you tell if you have a first printing of the first edition of a Harry Potter book? Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. A signed copy may be as much as 10,000. The spines on both the book and the dust jacket lack the YEAR 2 badge that was introduced later, and the spine of the dust jacket has raised silver lettering. Jason Cockroft illustrated the UK edition while Mary GrandPr illustrated the US version their signatures enhance a book's value but such copies can be found for as little as $200. In most books would be found in a 1/1 ( first Edition/First Printing ) US Goblet of Fire, example. 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