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Canterbury Cathedral: First Edition, The Antiquities Of Canterbury By Somner

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An extremely rare first edition: William Somner, The antiquities of Canterbury. Or a survey of that ancient citie, with the suburbs, and cathedrall. Containing principally matters of Antiquity in them all. Collected chiefly from old Manuscripts, Lieger-bookes, and other like Records, for the most part, never as yet printed... London. Printed by I.L. for Richard Thrale..., 1640. First edition. In very good condition and in a specially made presentation box, produced by Canterbury Cathedral Library. This book has a special provenance connected to Canterbury Cathedral, available privately. Bound in calf, with blind decoration, five compartments and lettering in gold. Illustrated with three pull out plates, and an engraving of the see of Canterbury all engraved by Hollar, in very good condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1640
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kent, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MP04441stDibs: LU930737060772

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