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The original edition of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," which is marked "uncorrected proof copy" on the cover, was purchased in 1997 for a total of 40 pence.
The previously-unseen image (pictured), shows Charles Rolls' final few seconds before his Wright Flyer plane snapped in two 80ft in the air, causing him to plummet to his death.
The images, which had been missing for 100 years, show seconds before the incident that killed Rolls-Royce pioneer Charles Rolls
The book was estimated at 3,000 pounds to 5,000 pounds due to its 'much-loved condition' as an ex-library book.
A unique postal history archive showcasing the Lake District’s rich heritage from the Edwardian era to the mid-20th century is coming up for auction.