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Books, Postcards etc. - Civil War, Photos
9:00 AM PT - Nov 22nd, 2008

 

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Ithaca, NY 14850-6071
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Rees HOROLOGY 1820 Engraved Plates Clock Models

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Title: The Cyclopaedia; or, Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, and Literature Plates Vol. II Basson Relievo-Horology (plate vol. only)
Author: Abraham Rees
Publisher: Longman, Hurst, Rees, Rome & Brown (London)
Printing Year: 1820

Condition/Details: Bound in blue cloth-backed spine with bright gilt embossing, this antique volume is a scarce collection of 47 engraved plates illustrating clock movement, chimes, callipering, dial work, Arnold's and Earnshaw's Chronometers, clock tools, compensation curbs, escapements, repeating watch, and various clock models. The volume shows light external age/wear, and is solidly bound with age-toned pages that show marginal moisture markings to bottom of text block. The book measures approximately 8.75" x 10.75" and contains unnumbered pages. Shipping cost (within the U.S.) for this lot will be: $4.50

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