Category
Books and Manuscripts
Medium
Leather and paper
Distinguishing marks
1873 A.J. Holman and Co., Philadelphia. Pa
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
12.5" X 10.5" X 3.5"
Date Period
1873
Weight
5 or 6 pounds, maybe more
History
I found this Bible in a West Virginia junk auction. The spine is damaged at the top and bottom but the rest of the book is in really nice condition considering its age. A few of the ikllustration plates have some age spots but the clasp still works, which I hear is unusual. I guess the family who owned it didn't bother with keeping records because all of the marriage, death and photo pages are blank. Any ideas on its value? Should I look into getting the damaged areas repaired? Only the top and bottom inches of the spine's leather are missing/frayed.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$20
For Sale?
No
Photos
While there is some demand
While there is some demand for Victorian "Presentation Bibles" of this type, it is mainly for signed example formerly owned by famous ( or Infamous) people.Most examples in damaged condition sell for about what you paid for yours .
Lovejoy
Nice appraisal and good news