Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
First Canadian Edition, 6th Printing, Raincoast 2000, Hardcover, Bookplate Signed by J.K. Rowling, Pristine
A superb example of the first Canadian edition, sixth printing of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, enhanced by an exceptionally rare and highly desirable authentically signed Raincoast bookplate.
The signature is a 2000 variation of J.K. Rowling’s signature on a striking blue decorative bookplate issued by Raincoast Books, the Canadian publisher of the Harry Potter series. This particular bookplate is widely regarded as the rarest known bookplate signed by Rowling for Harry Potter collectors to acquire. Only fifty were produced and signed, distributed exclusively to select booksellers during a private event in Vancouver in October 2000, attended by Rowling as a gesture of appreciation for their role in the success of the series in Canada.
As is typical, the bookplate is affixed to the front free endpaper, most commonly encountered in sixth printings, as the title had been in circulation for several months by the time of the event. The design features a finely rendered gilt illustration of the Hogwarts Express, artwork by Cliff Wright, adding an additional layer of visual and collectible appeal.
The book and dust jacket presented here are in pristine, unread condition. The binding remains tight, with square boards and sharp corners. The pages are exceptionally clean, free from toning, ownership inscriptions and unwanted marks of any kind. There is no colour fading at all to the book or dust jacket. The dust jacket is unclipped, has no creases and is protected in a removable Brodart archival cover.
The signature has been fully authenticated by Adam Houston, widely regarded as the foremost authority on J.K. Rowling’s signature. The book comes complete with a full authentication package, including a letter of authenticity and collector card.
Presented in a custom blue quarter-leather clamshell case, with elegant gilt lettering to the spine, this is a museum-quality example of one of the most elusive Rowling-signed issues—an exceptional opportunity for the discerning collector.
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by Leanne O'Leary
