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Rare 1937 Hobbit Edition Sparks £50,000 Bidding Frenzy

8/7/2025

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A rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit," unearthed in Bristol, is making waves at Auctioneum. Originally printed in 1937, this coveted treasure is already attracting bids over £19,000, with hopes soaring to £50,000. Its connection to botanist Hubert Priestley and impeccable condition only add to its allure.

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A rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit," unearthed in Bristol, is making waves at Auctioneum. Originally printed in 1937, this coveted treasure is already attracting bids over £19,000, with hopes soaring to £50,000. Its connection to botanist Hubert Priestley and impeccable condition only add to its allure.