
Description
Prima Parte [La Seconda Parte] del Prontuario de le Medaglie de Piu Illustri, & fulgente huomini & donne, dal principio del Mondo insino al presente tempo
(The first part of the handbook of medals of the most famous and brilliant men and women from the beginning of the world to the present day, with their biographies collected in compendium.
The second part of handbook of medals, beginning the Birth of our saviour Jesus Christ, & up to the most christian King of France Henry II. who is currently reigning)
Lyon: Guillaume Rouille, 1553
2 parts in one volume
First edition
Illustrated with over 800 engravings of medals.
A couple of leaves (including title) are damaged and repaired. Some leaves with spots.
20th century half leather over marbled boards binding
Size 6 3/4 by 9 1/4 inches
text in Italian
Reserve: $550.00
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1553 NUMISMATIC ILLUSTRATED w/800 ENGRAVINGS of MEDALS antique Guillaume Rouille
Estimate $700-$800
Starting Price
$260
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Ink of Ages: 15th-19th Century Antique Books
Feb 12, 2026 9:00 AM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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