Late 18th century calf bound illustrated pocket history of English sovereigns from William the Conqueror to George III & Queen Consort Charlotte
A CONCISE EPITOME OF THE HISTORY OF ENGLAND
on 36 plates
being a Representation of Dassier''s Medals of the Sovereigns of England,
Intended for ''the approbation of those who have the care or instruction of youth''
The text abridged from the best authorities explaining the leading features of each reign.
Printed on on one side only of heavy laid paper, (a blank pair of pages between each entry)
These engravings are most likely cut from An Explanation of Dassier’s Medals of the Sovereigns of England, a series of six engraved plates of the Kings and Queens of England, by Pye, c. 1773, the final plate with additional medals of George III and Queen Charlotte.
Excellent tight binding, professional repair to the calf on the spine
Very good clear plates.
Inscribed in ink, probably by the original owner
Sarah Blencowe
...Adams November 9th 1799
in good condition with good plates
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Internal Reference: 240602
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1087371
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 6cm (2.4inches)Width is 12cm (4.7inches)Depth is 2.3cm (0.9inches)
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