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San Francisco Directory 1856

$475
£360.61
€412.46
CA$663.64
A$738.12
CHF 385.42
MX$8,982.10
NOK 4,922.42
SEK 4,616.36
DKK 3,078.37
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San Francisco Directory 1856 Complete in 138 numbered pages, Spine covered in leather with gold letters covers are board in original boards, decorated with commercial advertisements of local merchants. Publisher and frontispiece unknown A directory of inhabitants' names with addresses, a numerical directory of streets, addresses of government buildings and much additional useful information. The advertisements are a fascinating look at commerce in this burgeoning post gold rush town. Good well used condition as shown.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1856
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C1021-131stDibs: LU855245059722

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