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VALERII MAXIMI
Dictorum Factorumque Memorabilium Libri IX
Lyon; 1690
Size 3 by 5 1/4 inches
Original vellum binding, manuscript title to the spine
525 pp. plus preface and index
Very good condition, lacks endpapers, occasional foxing
Text in Latin
Ex-library
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"Dictorum Factorum," often rendered as "Dictorum et Factorum," is a Latin title that translates to "Of Sayings and Deeds" or "Of Memorable Deeds and Sayings".
It refers to a collection of historical anecdotes written by the Roman author Valerius Maximus, specifically his work titled "Dictorum Factorumque Memorabilium Libri IX" or "Nine Books of Memorable Deeds and Sayings".
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Dictorum Factorumque Memorabilium Libri IX
Lyon; 1690
Size 3 by 5 1/4 inches
Original vellum binding, manuscript title to the spine
525 pp. plus preface and index
Very good condition, lacks endpapers, occasional foxing
Text in Latin
Ex-library
=
"Dictorum Factorum," often rendered as "Dictorum et Factorum," is a Latin title that translates to "Of Sayings and Deeds" or "Of Memorable Deeds and Sayings".
It refers to a collection of historical anecdotes written by the Roman author Valerius Maximus, specifically his work titled "Dictorum Factorumque Memorabilium Libri IX" or "Nine Books of Memorable Deeds and Sayings".
=
Reserve: $250.00
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.
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1690 VALERII MAXIMI Dictorum Factorumque Memorabilium antique VELLUM BINDING
Estimate $300-$350
Starting Price
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15th-19th Century Antique Books
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