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The Celebrated Collection of Americana Formed By The Late Thomas Winthrop Streeter (Index)
by Lazare, Edward J., Compiler
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- Hardcover
- first
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Deep River, Connecticut, United States
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About This Item
New York: Parke-Bernett Galleries, Inc, 1970. First Editions. An exlibrary copy in near fine condition in dark blue paper covered boards with gilt text stamped on the spine and on the front board and with a book plate from the Rhode Island Historical Society on the front paste down. A small quarto of 9 7/8 by 6 7/8 inches with the spine slightly faded due to exposure to the sun and with a library call label on the spine. Without a dust jacket as issued. A Dictionary Check-List Of The Seven Sale Catalogues October 1966 - October 1969. Containing 336 pages followed by the prices realized for all lots in the 20 sessions. Although this is an ex-library copy it is evident that few patrons ever consulted this volume as it is in such nice condition.
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- Seller
- Town's End Books
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- Seller's Inventory #
- TB30402
- Title
- The Celebrated Collection of Americana Formed By The Late Thomas Winthrop Streeter (Index)
- Author
- Lazare, Edward J., Compiler
- Book Condition
- Used
- Edition
- First Editions
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Parke-Bernett Galleries, Inc
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1970
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Town's End Books
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Deep River, Connecticut
About Town's End Books
We purchase and sell only collectible first editions in a number of fields all focused on Americana. We are primarily mail order sellers; however, we are open by appointment and welcome visits from customers.
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- Gilt
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