# 1890 Sherlock Holmes first edition found in charity shop sells for £11,520

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-23T17:25:00+00:00
- Category: World
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A first-edition edition of The Sign of Four surfaced among the book donations at an Oxfam shop, piquing the interest of staff who recognized its rare value. After seeking expert appraisal, the book fetched an impressive £11,520 at Bonhams auction house. The funds raised will greatly benefit Oxfam's humanitarian efforts globally, highlighting how valuable donations can be when assessed properly.

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