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AN ESSAY ON ARMORIES BY ALEXANDER NISBET.

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AN ESSAY ON ARMORIES BY ALEXANDER NISBET.

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First edition, printed on laid paper, hardcover with marbleized paper and leather spine. Printed in London, 1718. Some foxing and minor wear. Re-bound.

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