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[Numismatics- A Classic 17th Century Masterpiece] Numismata: A Discourse of Medals, Antient and Modern..
by Evelyn, John
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Seattle, Washington, United States
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About This Item
London: Printed for Benj. Tooke, 1697. First Edition. First Edition. Tall quarto ((12æx7Ω"). [4], 342, [14] pp. Early full calf with double filet gilt ruling to borders front and back covers, spine with six raised bands, re-backed with morocco label on second panel and with embossed titling. A monumental treatise on numismatics by John Evelyn, a prolific author and produced books on subjects as diverse as theology, numismatics, politics, horticulture, architecture and vegetarianism, and he cultivated links with contemporaries across the spectrum of political and cultural life. Replete with engravings depicting examples of medals, Numismata is recognized as one of the most important 17th-century books on numismatics, as well as authenticity parameters. Interestingly, the content of Evelyn's treatise, as opposed to the title, focuses primarily on medals alone. The book however is concerned with more than just a study of medals, including a rather tangential piece on human physiognomy and its relevancy in the human face which appears on medals and coins. A wonderfully preserved copy. Scarcely seen thus.
Details
- Bookseller
- Nudelman Rare Books
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 6361
- Title
- [Numismatics- A Classic 17th Century Masterpiece] Numismata: A Discourse of Medals, Antient and Modern..
- Author
- Evelyn, John
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Printed for Benj. Tooke
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1697
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Nudelman Rare Books
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Seattle, Washington
About Nudelman Rare Books
Specializing in Fine Bindings By Noted Bookbinders; High Spots and Inscribed Copies of Important 19th-20th Century English and American Literature; Autograph Letters and Manuscripts; Fine Press Books; Unusual and Rare Children's and Illustrated; Art Nouveau; Pre-Raphaelite Poetry and Associations; Jugendstil, Wiener Werkstatte; 1890's.Long-standing rare book dealer established in 1979, in Seattle, Washington specializing in the highest quality fine and rare books, primarily from the 18th through 20th Centuries. We value your patronage and would love to have you join our mailing list where we offer illustrated catalogs twice a year by PDF (with copious photos of content). All books are guaranteed as described, and returnable within 7 days for any reason. By Appointment Only.
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- First Edition
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- Gilt
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- Raised Band(s)
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- Quarto
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- Calf
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