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17th century from London...
Item #661260
November 19, 1681
THE OBSERVATOR, London, November 19, 1681
* Woman publisher
This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. Done in a dialogue format, between Whig & Tory. This early single sheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing, but the most intriguing aspect of this issue is tha... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #661176
July 19, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 19, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century England...
Item #661175
December 12, 1691
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Dec. 12, 1691
* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
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* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #661174
December 2, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 2, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #661045
June 30, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 30, 1670
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1699...
Item #660957
June 1, 1699
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 1, 1699
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #660940
October 25, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 25, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #660912
October 4, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 4, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #660685
August 22, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 22, 1672
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1667...
Item #660514
April 15, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 15, 1667
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
The Queen returns for Oxford, now that the Great Plague has eased...
Item #660377
February 19, 1665
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 19, 1665
* The Great Plague is Over ?
* Queen Henrietta Maria returns
The back page actually has reference to the Great Plague & the return of the Royal Court to London, with: "This afternoon Her Majesty arrived here in two dayes from Oxford, in a perfect health, to the great content and joy of this Court, having been met by His Majesty...&qu... See More
Donald Cargill... Early mention of Virginia...
Item #660373
August 8, 1681
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 8, 1681 The front page item datelined Edenburg begins with: "On the 26th Instant dyed the Duke of Rothes, Lord Chancellor of this Kingdom..." Also: "The 27th the notorious Rebel Cargil and four others who were in arms at Bothwel Bridge were hanged at the High Cross: they died obdurate in their villanous principles..." (see). This was Dona... See More
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #660329
February 8, 1696
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Jan. 25, Feb. 4 & Feb. 8, 1696
* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These new
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* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These new
Tenants can apply for relief from damage from the Great Fire of London...
Item #660315
March 7, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 7, 1666 (by today's calendar this would be 1667)
* re. the great Fire of London
* Earliest of newspapers to be had
Reports relating to the Great Fire of London are very rare, as this newspaper was essentially the only newspaper printing in London spanning the period of the Fire and afterwards. The bottom of the back page has mention of it with: &... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1672...
Item #660117
July 25, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 25, 1672
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #660091
February 1, 1696
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Dec. 8, 1691 & Jan. 14, 28, 1696
* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These n
... See More
* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These n
Interesting title from the 17th century...
Item #659933
February 28, 1679
THE WEEKLY PACQUET OF ADVICE FROM ROME: OR, THE HISTORY OF POPERY, London, Feb. 28, 1679
* Newspaper from the 17th century
* Rare variant title
An unusual anti-Catholic newspaper which has a short life before being suppressed. Attached at the back is a single sheet headed: "The Popish Courant" with the same date.
Complete in 8 pages, 5 1/4 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1699...
Item #659820
November 26, 1696
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 26, 1696
* Among the earliest of newspapers to be had
* 17th century original
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet... See More
One of just two known newspapers with a contemporary account of the Salem witch trials...
Item #659582
December 31, 1692
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Dec. 31, 1692 An exceedingly rare issue as it is one of only two known contemporary newspaper accounts of the Salem witch trials.
This newspaper published in question/answer format, and the front page begins with: "Quest 1. In the remarkable TRYALS of WITCHES published this Week by Mr. Mather, 'tis said that Nineteen Witches have been lately Executed at Ne... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...
Item #657848
April 8, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 8, 1697
* Earliest of newspapers to be had
* 17th century original
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1682...
Item #657160
April 12, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 12, 1683
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Exceedingly early newspaper from France...
Item #656096
March 13, 1641
EXTRAORDINAIRE, Paris, France, March 13, 1641 with the date at the top in Roman numerals but then also dated at the bottom of the back page: "13 Mars, 1641". This "extraordinary" issue was done for a singular purpose, as defines most "extraordinaries" produced since then.
This issue published simultaneously along with the "Gazette" of Paris, the very first ... See More
Front page report concerning the Great Plague of Europe...
Item #655997
July 2, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1666 Not only is this a very early issue (number 66) but it is from this significant year when the Great Plague was ravaging much of Europe, including England, and is also just two months before Great Fire of London.
Relating to the Plague, printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of o... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...
Item #655553
April 22, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 22, 1697
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Only one issue held by any American institution...
Item #655494
January 21, 1682
THE TRUE PROTESTANT MERCURY, London, June 14, 1682 A quite rare title with only 3 or 4 having come into our inventory in the last few decades. This is the last we have at the moment. This is Crane & Kaye #895, and although they list just 4 American institutions having any issues of this title, only one has this specific date we offer.
Various news reports from Europe with datelines fro... See More
Rare French language version of the famous "London Gazette"...
Item #654622
February 28, 1694
GAZETTE DE LONDRES, Feb. 28, 1694 This is a very rare issue of the French language edition of the very famous "London Gazette". Obviously printed for the French speaking residents of London, it was also printed by "Edouard Jones, a la Savoye" as was the case with the the English version. This is only the fifth or sixth such French language edition we have encountered in o... See More
"The Swedish Intelligencer" by Butter and Bourne...
Item #654577
January 1, 1632
THE SWEDISH INTELLIGENCER, "The Second Part", London, 1632
* Very rare 17th century periodical
* Publisher Nathaniel Butter
A quite rare newsbook by the famed publishing team of Nathaniel Butter and Nicholas Bourne who are credited with being the founders of the English language periodical format, taken from like-publishers in Germany & Amsterdam. Curiously some of the f... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1682...
Item #654374
March 1, 1682
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 1, 1682
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
A rare 17th century title...
Item #653822
June 4, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, June 4, (1689)
* Very rare 17th century title
The year is printed in the dateline of the first report at the top of page 1 (see), as well as in the imprint at the bottom of the back page. A very rare newspaper from England dealing primarily with Parliamentary affairs. Most of the back page ... See More
Rare issue of the Oxford Gazette...
Sabbatai, the long-awaited Jewish Messiah... perhaps the oldest mention in a newspaper...
Item #653765
December 11, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 11, 1665 The best content is the great Judaica item on the back page, being a report datelined Harlem and noting: "It is now about 3 months since the Jews gave out that near 600000 men were arrived at Mecha professing themselves to be of the lost Tribes. Since which it is affirmed that a new Prophet is arisen in Jerusalem, who finding no credit th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #650233
April 26, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 26, 1675
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Over 340 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #649303
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's (2nd-rate) A genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today.This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount ... See More
Reports from Parliament from the 1600's...
Item #649266
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
A 330+ year old newspaper...
Item #649265
THE WEEKLY PACQUET OF ADVICE FROM ROME, OR THE HISTORY OF POPERY, London, 1679-1682 An unusual anti-Catholic newspaper which had a short life before being suppressed. Measures 5 3/4 by 7 1/2 inches and in great condition. The issue shown in the photo is generic; the issue you receive will have a similar but different date from the years noted.
Over 320 years old...
Item #649262
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1695. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper prin... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, 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 cos... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1696 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.&nb... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #648265
December 9, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 9, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, meas... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #647893
December 14, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 14, 1674
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1... See More
Very rare 17th century magazine...
Item #647381
THE GENTLEMAN'S JOURNAL OR THE MONTHLY MISCELLANY, London, July, 1693 If 18th century magazines are scarce, titles from the 17th century are exceedingly rare. Here is one such title, subtitled: "In a Letter to A Gentleman in the Country Consisting of News, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Musick, Translations, etc." Contains a very nice full title page (see), and pg. 2 is mos... See More
Abundance of fish near Newfoundland...
Item #646895
July 16, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 16, 1668
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
The reverse has a report from "Waymouth" stating that: "Several vessels arriving here from Nants, inform us of a vessel of Dartmouth putting in there...from Newfoundland, affirming, that the English Fishery in those parts, had met with a more than usual plenty... See More
A very rare, early newspaper...
Item #646620
August 21, 1688
PUBLICK OCCURRENCES TRULY STATED, London, August 21, 1688 In our over 40 years of dealing in rare newspapers, we have only once encountered this title. Only 34 issues of this newspaper were ever published.
A single sheet issue, 7 1/2 by 11 3/4 inches; nice, untrimmed margins. A very rare opportunity for a very rare newspaper.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #646459
January 6, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 6, 1675
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, ... See More
Rare title from the 1600's...
Item #646400
April 27, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, April 27, 1689
* Very rare 17th century title
The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day.
This is issue #14 of a short-lived title which existed to report on the ongoing disputes between the Scots... See More
Period mention of the great London Fire...
Item #645835
January 28, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 28, 1666 (actually 1667 by today's calendar).
* The Great London Fire
It is very rare to find any period mention of the great London Fire of 1666 in newspapers of the day, certainly one reason being the dearth of publications in print at that time--very few beyond the London Gazette.
The back page of this single sheet newspaper includes: "... See More
Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #645130
February 11, 1693
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 11, 1693
* Rare Salem witch trials advertisement
* Very early and rare 17th century title
The back page has an advertisement for the book "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." (see)
This is the only periodical we have ever ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #644460
September 14, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 14, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single shee... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1683...
Item #644459
December 13, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 13, 1683
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #644457
July 8, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 8, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, mea... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #644454
August 3, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 3, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, m... See More
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