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Casino Royale (1953). This rare first edition with its original dust-jacket is expected to fetch GBP 12,000.
James Bond first editions on auction, South Cerney, Gloucs, Britain - 13 Dec 2010
Rare first editions of Ian Fleming's legendary James Bond books are being sold. Casino Royale, the book that introduced 007 to the world, is anticipated to be a highlight of the auction. This rare first edition with original dust-jacket is expected to fetch GBP 12,000.
Also auctioned is the first edition of Ian Flemings 'Live and Let Die' - expected to reach up to GBP 5,000. This second novel in the James Bond series was adapted for the screen in 1973 and was the first to star Roger Moore as James Bond.
The auction also sees some iconic Bond posters, including an original 1963 UK film poster of 'From Russia With Love' featuring the suave Sean Connery and is likely to fetch over GBP 1,500.
The Dominic Winter auctioneers sale at South Cerney, Glouceshire is on Thursday 16th December.