Dealer Lots
The following are available in multiple quantities, and although priced for dealers/resellers, they may be purchased by individuals for personal use.Dealer Lots
The following are available in multiple quantities, and although priced for dealers/resellers, they may be purchased by individuals for personal use.
Item #180022
January 1, 1690
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a great opportunity to purchase a lot of 10 issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, all from the 1690's, & in good condition. Offered at a considerable discount over the per-issue price.
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published newspaper...
Item #559390
January 1, 1690
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate A great opportunity for authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their typical cost.... See More
A wholesale lot from the 18th century...
Item #180020
January 1, 1700
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London -- lot of 25 issues, all from the 1700's, varying years and decades, each issue complete with the full title/contents page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. Nice condition. A larger quantity at a low, wholesale price.
Full page engravings from the 1700's...
Item #180035
January 1, 1700
A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's (though not dated), several foldouts, being prints of buildings, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins but otherwise nice condition.
The oldest continuously published newspaper...
Item #559480
January 1, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, all from the early 1700's (1712-1729), priced at a bargain due to being a blend of 2nd rate and slightly damaged issues. A great opportunity for authentic issues from the early 18th century at a fraction of their typical cost.
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #180039
January 1, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount. The generic photo shows what the newspaper looks like when in good condition.
Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #559396
January 1, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's A lot of five issues of this early & decorative title with which great masthead featuring two engravings (see). Offered at a substantial discount. Single sheet and in good condition.
Pre and post war perspective from Britain...
Item #180019
January 1, 1730
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England A nice lot of eight issues, one from each decade from the 1730's thru 1809. A nice group of complete issues covering a period of 80 years, each with full title/contents page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate (see). Nice condition.
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #559498
January 1, 1750
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of ten issues of this famous newspaper covering at least 5 decades from the 1700's. All are in good condition. A nice way to gain Britain's perspective of world affairs from the 18th century.
Colonial era perspective from England...
Item #180023
January 1, 1760
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of 10 issues of this famous newspaper from the 1760's, all in good condition but a bit irregular at the spine. Great to have a colonial era perspective from England.
Five different British titles from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #559420
January 1, 1760
An interesting lot of five newspapers, all different titles, from Great Britain. You receive at least one from each decade covering 1760's thru the 1790's, and all are in nice condition. Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping. The photos are representative of the look and condition of what you will receive.
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559421
January 1, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price. A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution. All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.
18th century Scotland...
Item #559414
January 1, 1761
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1760's A very early lot of five newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Nice condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. Actual dates vary in the 1760's.
From the Stamp Act to the Revolutionary War...
Item #562418
January 1, 1765
THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1765 thru 1774, the critical period from the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. Each 8 pages & in nice condition.
Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559411
January 1, 1777
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of five issues of this famous newspaper, one each from 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, and 1781, covering each year of the Revolutionary War. Although no direct war content is to be found, they are great period items giving a nice perspective of life during this formative period in world history. Most are 4 pages, measure about 8 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More
America At War...
The Great War Collection...
Item #561531
January 1, 1778
THE GREAT WAR COLLECTION - A great opportunity for an instant collection encompassing every American war. You get ten original/authentic newspapers, one each for:
* French & Indian War
* Revolutionary War
* War of 1812
* Mexican War
* Civil War
* Spanish-American War
* World War I
* World War II
* Korean War
* Vietnam War
The earliest two are British; all others are Americ... See More
Five 18th Century Titles...
Item #180024
January 1, 1790
Lot of 5 AMERICAN issues, 1790's At least three different American titles in this 5-issue lot and each in nice condition, folio-size. A good, varied lot at a discounted price (65% or more discounted off of retail). Note: The images shown are representative of what you will receive. Actual dates and titles vary, but all issues will be as described above.
At a lesser price... from Boston...
Item #180025
January 1, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, a lot of seven 2nd rate issues dating from 1794-1799. Various news of the day from this famous colonial town. This was arguably the most successful & well-known newspaper of in 18th century America.
Post-Revolutionary War Philadelphia...
Item #559491
January 1, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia A nice lot of five 18th century newspapers from during George Washington's administration, and nice to have from this city. News of the day, shipping notices, advertisements, etc. Each has four pages and is in nice condition.
Moments in British history & literature II...
Item #180121
January 1, 1792
Moments in British History & Literature II 1790's, 1800's, 1810's, and 1820's. Each set contains 4 issues, one from each decade shown, providing news of the day, advertisements, etc., revealing a great snapshot of life as it was actually occurring. All issues are London Gazettes, London Chronicles, and Gentlemans Magazines. This is set 2 of a three part collection.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston...
Item #180056
January 1, 1798
AN EARLY LOT—Five issues of the Columbian Centinel newspaper dating from 1794 to 1799. Each issue is in nice condition (not 2nd-rate). Increasingly rare from the 18th century. News of the day & period ads.
The Presidential Series. Each Set Covers 7 Administrations!
Presidential Collection I
Item #180100
January 1, 1798
A seven issue set of American newspapers containing one issue each from the administrations of George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, and Andrew Jackson. This is set one of a 5 part collection.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston...
Item #180059
January 1, 1799
AN EARLY LOT--A lot of 5 issues of the Massachusetts Spy dated 1796-1799, but in average or better condition--not 2nd rate.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston, with John Adams signatures...
Item #559488
January 1, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, lot of 5 issues dating from 1797-1801, each containing at least one John Adams signature. Somewhat 2nd-rate but not damaged. Issues with his signature are increasingly hard to find, and these are priced at a significant discount.
Seven issue collection... Many ship advertisements...
Item #180071
January 1, 1800
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1800 A lot of 7 issues of this popular title from the Hub City. The set includes many ship ads. Occasional foxing, otherwise in very good condition.
Item #180077
January 1, 1801
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, 1801 A lot of 7 untrimmed issues of this famous title. All have minor edge wear, occasional stray writing or notations, lite rubbing on the ftpg., occasional foxing.
Alexander Hamilton's newspaper...
Item #180082
January 1, 1803
NEW-YORK EVENING POST, 1803 A lot of 6 issues with the front page having at least 6 ship ads, each with a small woodcut of a ship. The New-York Evening Post was founded by Alexander Hamilton, and the issues within this set are from during his ownership. The newspaper is still published today as the New York Post, and is owned by Rupert Murdock.. The image shown is a stock photo which i... See More
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #559604
January 1, 1805
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1802-1808 A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era... as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy. Nice condition. The images show an example of the condition and look of the issues you will receive, but actually dates vary within the years noted.... See More
Oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States...
Item #559596
January 1, 1806
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, 1806-1810 A lot of eight issues of the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States. Each with occasional foxing; otherwise nice. Great to have from the heart of Thomas Jefferson's presidency. The image shows the look and condition of the issues you will receive. Actual dates vary within the specified time-frame.... See More
From Thomas Jefferson's administration...
Item #180083
January 1, 1807
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809 A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall quite nice.
From Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #559591
January 1, 1808
BOSTON GAZETTE, dated in 1808-1809 A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when Thomas Jefferson was president. News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period. Irregular at the spine but without loss of text; some foxing and wear with lite staining, typical for the period. The photo shows an example of the look and condition of the issu... See More
Item #180081
January 1, 1809
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, 1809 A lot of 6 volume I issues. Has news of the day and ads. Occasional foxing, otherwise in good condition.
The War of 1812...
Item #180016
January 1, 1812
A lot of ten newspapers of a blend of various folio-size and non-folio-size newspapers, all containing news on The War of 1812. Average condition with mild wear and foxing; not damaged or 2nd rate. A great set of historic issues at a very reasonable price.
Item #180073
January 1, 1815
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, 1815-1820 A lot of 9 issues, all with lite rubbing on the ftpg., occasional stray writing or notations, some foxing. Woodcut of an eagle and shield in the masthead.
Bound volume, with plates...
Item #180036
January 1, 1820
Bound volume of GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London, from the 1820-1840 period. Contains over 600 pgs. and has at least 8 full page plates. Six monthly issues each with a full title/index page. Modern bindings and in nice condition.
Newspapers with a treasure-trove of political reporting...
Item #180042
January 1, 1820
NILES' REGISTER, Baltimore, 1820's - 1830's A lot of 20 different issues within the noted date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. It publishe
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Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. It publishe
Newspapers with a treasure-trove of political reporting...
Item #220318
January 1, 1820
NILES' REGISTER, Baltimore, 1820's - 1830's (2nd-rate condition).
* Political reporting from the early 19th century
Here is a lot of 20 different issues within the above date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to ca
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* Political reporting from the early 19th century
Here is a lot of 20 different issues within the above date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to ca
Eight newspapers with content...
Item #597039
March 24, 1826
LOT OF EIGHT NEWSPAPERS dating from 1826 to 1848 & titles including "The Salem Gazette", "Essex Register" & "Salem Observer" each with some minor content noted but not significant enough to warrant individual listing. Plus typical news of the day & ads.
All complete in 4 pages, never bound nor trimmed, some foxing, margin wear or irregularity & perhap... See More
Item #180079
January 1, 1839
THE MADISONIAN, Washington City, 1839 A lot of 10 issues of this uncommon title from the nations capital. Mostly political and Congressional content, plus various ads. Great name for a newspaper from Washington! Traces of foxing, otherwise in very good condition.
Four issues from our nation's capital...
Item #214718
January 1, 1839
A lot of 4 issues from Washington, D.C., all dated from the 1820's through 1850's - from four different titles. They contain a wealth of both political and non-political news from the early period of our federal capital. All are complete and in good condition. Some foxing & minimal wear, generally in nice condition. The issues shown are representative of
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Early Florida...
Item #559614
January 1, 1840
THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, 1840's A lot of five issues from just after Florida’s statehood. All are in “2nd rate” condition (staining, rubbing, close-trimming, etc.), but are not damaged. A very popular lot. Issues from early Florida are very difficult to find and are quite collectible. A great set at a bargain price.
An instant collection...
Item #180000
January 1, 1850
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 50 issues, with at least 10 different titles, dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition--not a damaged lot. No pulpish newspapers! A great value. If purchasing folders, we recommend purchasing at least 10 folders for this lot.
Add variety to your collection...
Item #180028
January 1, 1850
THE CIRCULAR, 1850's A lot of 11 issues from the early years, but all in '2nd rate' condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.
An instant mini-collection of early newspapers...
Item #219445
January 1, 1850
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten different titles dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition---not a damaged lot and no pulpish newspapers. A popular way to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. We will give you ten different American newspapers ranging from 1820 to 1899 (no pulp issues) in average condition with good reading. A wealth of varied issues for under $2.... See More
19th century 2nd rate and damaged lot...
Item #559183
January 1, 1850
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT A lot of 50 American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1896, consisting of a blend of 2nd rate and damaged issues, and containing at least 7 different titles within the lot. The issues may have staining, edge tears, close-trimming, heavy foxing & wear, missing pages, cut-outs, etc. A great lot for a dealer or for someone wishing to begin a collection when conditio... See More
100 issue variety lot of 19th century newspapers...
Item #559177
January 1, 1850
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 100 American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1896 all in average or better condition--not a damaged lot--with at least 10 different titles. A great lot for a dealer or anyone wishing to begin a collection. An incredible value at under $2 per issue. If purchasing folders, we recommend purchasing at least 20 for this lot.
19th century 2nd rate issues (no damaged)...
Item #559650
January 1, 1850
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT (2nd rate - not damaged) of 50 American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1896. All are in 2nd rate condition (none damaged) with at least 7 different titles. The issues may have staining, edge tears, close-trimming, more than normal foxing ad wear, but will not have missing pages, cut-outs, etc. A great lot for a dealer or someone wishing to begin a collection when c... See More
The Charles Dickens Collection...
Item #576239
January 1, 1853
The Charles Dickens Collection - This three issue set features one issue edited by Charles Dickens (either Household Words or All The Year Round) from the 1850-60's, one issue of The ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS from the Dickens Era, and one issue of The Times (London) from the Dickens Era (1877), providing a contextual background for the work of this literary giant!
Item #180003
January 1, 1857
EARLY YEARS OF HARPER'S WEEKLY: Lot of 8 issues of this famous title from 1857-1859, all different dates from its first three years. Nice condition & with some illustrations. A nice wholesale lot at a good price.
Additional lots are available--inquire if multiple sets are wanted.
Item #180047
January 1, 1857
HARPER'S WEEKLY -- the first year: 1857 A lot of 6 issues but all in '2nd rate' condition. Very few illustrations from this initial year.
If you are searching for a newspaper from a specific date, please note that we have a vast selection available for purchase by using the date picker on our gifts and birthday newspapers page.
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