Harvard Law Paid $27 for a Copy of Magna Carta. Surprise! It’s an Original.

The Magna Carta, once described as "seven hundred years old," holds significant cultural and legal weight. Ms. Watson emphasized that while it’s part of a larger collection, she doesn’t foresee it being permanently displayed or sold, highlighting its enduring value and security concerns. Professor Jonathan Zittrain noted the importance of such historical documents in the United States, underscoring their role as symbols of freedom and justice. Originally crafted to limit royal power, the Magna Carta now serves as a global icon for fundamental rights, with a notable passage guaranteeing protection against unjust rule and stripping away arbitrary deprivation.