
Description
First edition John Steinbeck
1942
The Moon is Down
Silver gilt text on spine.
7.5" x 5" x .75
188 numbered pages.
Good vintage pre-owned condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Sunning of spine.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage pre-owned condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Sunning of spine.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
Dimensions:
Height: 75 in.
Width: 7.5 in.
Depth: 5 in.
Category: Books
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $15.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Grand Rapids, MN
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
1942
The Moon is Down
Silver gilt text on spine.
7.5" x 5" x .75
188 numbered pages.
Good vintage pre-owned condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Sunning of spine.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
Please visit and see all our items by clicking on Good Earth Vintage. "Like" any item by pressing the heart and be sure to "Follow" us to receive private sale notifications. Thank you for visiting our shop.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage pre-owned condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Sunning of spine.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
Dimensions:
Height: 75 in.
Width: 7.5 in.
Depth: 5 in.
Category: Books
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good vintage pre-owned condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Sunning of spine.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
Minor staining spots back inside cover.
The inside page small rectangle scuff is removal of owners mailing address sticker which was aged/brittle and flaked off.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Vintage 1942 First Edition John Steinbeck the Moon Is Down Hardcover Book
Estimate $30-$90
Starting Price
$15
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