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A beautiful set of antique books. Rugby School, Set of 3. "Arnold's Home" Volumes I, II, III. History of Rome. …
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A beautiful set of antique books. Rugby School, Set of 3. "Arnold's Home" Volumes I, II, III. History of Rome. Early History to the Burning of Rome by the Gauls. By Thomas Arnold, D.D. Published 1848, London
Marbled inside cover pages. Title in gilt over red on spines, gilt embellishments. Glossy red page edges.
The three books are titled:
Volume I. Fifth Edition. Early History to the Burning of Rome by the Gauls
Volume II. Fourth Edition. From the Gaulish Invasion to the End of the First Punic War
Volume III. Fourth Edition. From the End of the First to the End of the Second Punic War
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- Dimensions
- 5.75ʺW × 1.25ʺD × 8.75ʺH
- Styles
- English Traditional
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Volume I - The spine has started to peel away from the book, but can still be opened. This is … moreVolume I - The spine has started to peel away from the book, but can still be opened. This is the most delicate one of the three. The spine's outer material has peeled at the top. Small writing and a stamp on the inside cover page. Does not appear to be missing any pages, although each individual page has not been counted and cannot be guaranteed. Volume II - Spine and front and back cover all in tact. The spine's outer material has peeled at the top. Small writing and a stamp on the inside cover page. Does not appear to be missing any pages, although each individual page has not been counted and cannot be guaranteed. Volume III - Spine has become loosened over time at the top and bottom, but is intact. The book can be opened without it cracking more. The spine's outer material has peeled at the top. Small writing and a stamp on the inside cover page. Does not appear to be missing any pages, although each individual page has not been counted and cannot be guaranteed. Wearing and rubbing on the edges and corners of all three books. Some gilding has worn off. Please message us with any questions. All pages appear to be intact, although each individual page has not been counted. Books are very delicate and should be handled with care to prevent further damage. less
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