8th Feb, 2023 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
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An early 18th century miniature Bible with engraved general title page 'printed by His Majesties Printers 1715'. New Testament printed by the Assigns of Thomas Newcombe and Henry Hills, London 1710. Red lined pps marbled end papers. Contemporary owners inscription, full gilt tooled red calf with gilt edges (130 x 65mm) plus 'The Book of Common Prayer' Oxford 1776. Red calf with gilt decoration (135 x 82mm), bindings worn (2)
Sold for £220
Estimated at £100 - £200
An early 18th century miniature Bible with engraved general title page 'printed by His Majesties Printers 1715'. New Testament printed by the Assigns of Thomas Newcombe and Henry Hills, London 1710. Red lined pps marbled end papers. Contemporary owners inscription, full gilt tooled red calf with gilt edges (130 x 65mm) plus 'The Book of Common Prayer' Oxford 1776. Red calf with gilt decoration (135 x 82mm), bindings worn (2)
Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 8th Feb, 2023
