

While the goblins refused to give any details and the public never found out who did it, it was actually Quirinus Quirrell, whom Harry had seen earlier that day.ġ992 ( Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) Luckily, Albus Dumbledore had sent Rubeus Hagrid to take it earlier that day.

The attempt happened on July 31, 1991, in Vault 713, which was holding the Philosopher’s Stone. This was because the bank is owned and operated by goblins who have enchanted the place to make it nearly impossible for anyone to steal from their vaults since goblins are known for their extreme greed and need to protect valuables at any cost. Prior to this break-in, Gringotts was believed to be one of the safest places in the wizarding world after Hogwarts.

1992 ( Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets).1991 (Notable Events During Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone).
