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Lot 25

19th Century Leather Bound English Bible

Estimate: $100 - $300

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A 19th century leather bound English bible.

1860.

Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode, London. 

Custom re-binding executed at some point in the 20th century.

Gilt embossed leather binding with brass fleur-de-lis motif locking clasps and corner protectors, gilt page ends and raised spine bands. 

Inscribed in ink on the front page : " Kittie Taylor, from Grandma Taylor, Dec. 25th, 1867" followed by an original poem written by Kittie Taylor's grandmother.

8 x 6 x 1 1/4".

Condition

Condition consistent with age and use. Some toning and light wear on the spine, otherwise nothing adverse to note. Some verdigris and oxidization on the top corner protectors. 

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Estate of John Mecray and thence by descent.