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Thrifter Finds 1st Edition Harry Potter—Then Makes Devastating Realization

Thrifter Finds 1st Edition Harry Potter—Then Makes Devastating Realization

Summary

A woman named Kat thought she found a rare first edition of a "Harry Potter" book while thrifting, leading her to believe it might be worth a lot of money. She later realized it was a first edition of a much more common book, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," which is not as valuable due to its large print run.

Key Facts

  • Kat found a first edition "Harry Potter" book at a thrift shop for 35 cents.
  • She initially believed it was a valuable first edition of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone."
  • In reality, it was a first edition of the final book, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows."
  • The "Deathly Hallows" first edition is less valuable because millions of copies were printed.
  • A first edition of "Deathly Hallows" can sell for about $21.99 online.
  • The original "Philosopher's Stone" had only 500 copies printed initially, making it rare and valuable.
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