1798 Holy Bible 2 Vol. Set Rare Vintage Antique Old Leather Family 18c 1700 KJV

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1798 Holy Bible 2 Vol. Set Rare Vintage Antique Old Leather Family 18c 1700 KJV:
$525.00

On display is a unique 2 volume set of a 1798 King James Bible printed in Cambridge by John Burgess, printer to the University. It contains the Old Testament in Volume one ending with Job. The New Testament contains Psalms through Revelations. Light foxing is present throughout as shown in the pictures above. The cover is a deep forest green with beautiful delicate gold leaf edging on the covers, both front and back, as well as the spine. The title \"Holy Bible\" is imprinted on both as well as their volume number. The spine shows 5 gold leaf bands. The endpapers are unique in that the original endpapers are still present along with the owners stamp on each in red. Having them present and in such good condition preserves the integrity and history of the Bible.

The color is highly unusual as brown or black were always thepreferred color. Occasionally an oxblood red can be found but forest green is rare and highly sought after. Both boards and spine are firmly attatched and the books are tight and put together very well. The main Title page as well as the New Testament Title pagearepresent and are shown in the pictures above. Each volume hasbeautiful24 karat gold page edges that are still present albeit gently faded by the centuries.

This is a very unique set as most multi volume sets have not survived the centuries. They have unfortunately been separated with either one or the other being destroyed or lost. It is highly unusual to find them together after such a long period of time. They are a beautiful example of a 1700\'s bible and while not having checked every page it does appear to becomplete. It measures 5 3/4\" x 3 1/4\" x 3/4\" each and weigh just under 1 pound. They are of course used and do show the expected wear and tear associated with their age.

This is an incredible opportunity to own a piece of history in the form of a Bible printed over 2 centuries ago. In addition the beautiful deep forest green color and gold leafing would make a spectacular display.

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