
Harvard's $30 Treasure: Rare Magna Carta Found
Harvard University's $30 Magna Carta Surprise: A Rare 1300 Edition Discovered Harvard University recently made a surprising discovery within its archives. A seemingly insignificant document, purchased for less than $30 in 1946, has been identified as an exceptionally rare version of the Magna Carta, dating back to 1300. This version, issued by King Edward I, is one of only six known copies in existence. "For decades, we assumed it was just a cheap copy," said a Harvard spokesperson. "But thanks to the meticulous research of two scholars, we now know its true value." The discovery has sent ripples through the historical community. Experts estimate the document's worth to be in the tens of millions of dollars. Despite its newfound value, Harvard has stated it has no plans to sell the priceless artifact. This remarkable find highlights the often-unseen treasures held within institutional archives and the importance of ongoing research in uncovering historical significance.