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Long Walk to Freedom (MacDonald Purnell) signed and dated by Nelson Mandela
bidorbuy ID: 70259884

Long Walk to Freedom (MacDonald Purnell) signed and dated by Nelson Mandela

R50,000.00

17%

                                                           For sale is a rare copy of Long Walk to Freedom signed and dated by Mr Mandela. 

This is the rare MacDonald Purnell edition and was signed before the official release in South Africa at a special event in Johannesburg. Only 500 copies were signed and sold at the event which was by invitation only.

This is the true first edition, first printing and precedes all other editions such as the Little Brown USA or UK edition.

The copy and the dust jacket are in a truly fine condition and it has no shelf wear or tanning. The copy also comes with a certificate of authenticity by world renowned handwriting specialist Mr Cecil Greenfield. Mr Greenfield is considered the foremost expert in authenticating Mr Mandela's signature.

Copies like this only rarely come onto the market and currently I can only find one other copy for sale at R60 000.

High end items such as this will increase in value at a faster rate than other items signed by Mr Mandela and are a sure way of diversifying your investments or owning a unique piece of South African history.

Sale price R50 000 non-negotiable.

 

 

 

 

 


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Q:
is this book sold and what is the lowest price u willing to go for it? - Asked by abs001 (1)
14 Sep 19:59 
 
A:
Hi..

The book has not been sold yet. It is the best copy I have ever seen of this title and I am not in a rush to sell it as its increasing in value consistently. The lowest I can sell it for is R60 000.

Many thanks
Roland
UPDATED: 15 Sep 11:04
If you are looking for another signed Mandela item that has a lower price and is really good value for a rare piece then please refer to my other listing:
http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/74811665/EXTREMELY_RARE_SIGNED_photograph_of_Nelson_Mandela_by_Jurgen_Schadeberg.html

Many thanks
Roland
UPDATED: 15 Sep 11:26
One last point as to why I wont consider a lower offer..This listing is only active until 17 September and after that I am going to be removing it off BoB. I might relist it again at a later stage, but the price will increase to R75000. This is an investment for me and I wanted to see what interest is in the market.

Thanks
Roland
15 Sep 11:01 
 
Q:
glad to see you deleted the other Mandela auction.
This book is an authentic item - Asked by AUCTION PRICE INFLATOR (188 Rating score between 100 and 499)
06 Apr 23:11 
 
A:
I have resubmitted the other item to Mr Greenfield and will see what happens. I have been assured it is authentic, but I do want to make sure..I dont want to damage my online profile and I am not out to scam anyone. I should have an answer sometime this next week. It has caused alot of aggrevation and additional expense for me. This item is really special and I am not bothered if it does not sell. Its already tripled in value since I bought it..Its the true 1st edition and will increase substantially in coming years.
Have a good Easter
07 Apr 12:34