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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #722485
September 29, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 29, 1670
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #722362
June 21, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 21, 1675
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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. ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #722292
July 16, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 16, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 wa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #722155
July 31, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 31, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 wa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1681...
Item #721562
July 21, 1681
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 21, 1681
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 wa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #720849
December 29, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 29, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for the history buff in your life
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 ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #719839
May 23, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 23, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* From the turn of the 18th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 mo... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #719558
July 12, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 12, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something original from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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... See More
Original London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #719557
August 17, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 17, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 wa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #719212
December 28, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 28, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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. ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #719041
December 01, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 1, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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. A... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #718821
March 19, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 19, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something original from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...
Item #717422
August 01, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 1, 1698
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Nearing the beginning of the 18th century
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 ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1679...
Item #717417
July 03, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 3, 1679
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
* Great gift idea for that history buff
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... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1677...
Item #716607
June 21, 1677
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 21, 1677
* 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, me... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #715091
September 24, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 24, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hand from the 17th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 wa... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1679...
Item #715002
February 26, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 26, 1679
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Great gift idea for that history buff
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 centur... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #714128
August 28, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 28, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century - unique gift idea
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 17t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #713822
September 18, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 9, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* From the turn of the 18th century
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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 m... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #713458
October 30, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 30, 1684
* 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 1701...
Item #713457
July 07, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 7, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century - unique gift idea
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... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #713129
September 25, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 8, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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, thi... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #712263
September 25, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 25, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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, ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1685...
Item #712243
August 17, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 17, 1685
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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, t... See More
One of the less common, early titles...
Item #707124
October 21, 1704
THE REHEARSAL, London, Oct. 21, 1704 A fine single sheet newspaper which lasted only 6 years. It was published by Charles Leslie, considered a violent controversialist who was virtually inextinguishable. Another source notes: "...in August 1704, he had started, in opposition to the ‘Observator’ and Defoe's ‘Review,’ a periodical entitled ‘The Rehears
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17th century woman publisher...
Item #707101
December 07, 1681
THE OBSERVATOR, London, March 19, 1683 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 that the imprint at the b... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #706770
October 27, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 27, 1673
* 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 1677...
Item #706144
October 18, 1677
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 18, 1677
* 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, me... See More
Battles and more battles...
Item #705711
September 25, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 25, 1673 Most of the front page is taken up with accounts of various military battles in Europe. Page 2 has a report of a naval battle off the coast of Scotland between the British and the Dutch, with various details.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 6 1/4 by 10 3/4 inches, nice condition.
Battles and more battles...
Item #705710
September 25, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 25, 1673 Most of the front page is taken up with accounts of various military battles in Europe. Page 2 has a report of a naval battle off the coast of Scotland between the British and the Dutch, with various details.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 6 1/2 by 11 inches, various foxing spots, good condition.
A plot to murder the King of England...
Item #705628
May 30, 1692
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 30, 1692
* King William III of England reign
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century
The back page has a report beginning: "There is lately discovered a conspiracy against the King's person, first carried on by the Chevalier de Grandval, a caption of ... See More
A plot to murder the King of England...
Item #705627
May 30, 1692
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 30, 1692 The back page has a report beginning: "There is lately discovered a conspiracy against the King's person, first carried on by the Chevalier de Grandval, a captain of a troop of dragoons in the French service..." with details on the attempt to murder the King of England.
Also a report from Whitehall concerning a naval battle. Much ... See More
Battle of Newtownbutler in the Williamite War...
Item #705083
August 22, 1689
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 22, 1689
* The Battle of Newtownbutler
* County Fermanagh - Irleand
* Williamite vs. Jacobite troops
The most notable content would be a detailed report on the Battle of Newtownbutler in Ireland, which carries over to take half of page 2. This battle was part of the Williamite War in Ireland between the forces of William III and Mary II and tho... See More
Judaica mention...
Item #705054
December 18, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 18, 1679 The front page has a very lengthy report from "Tangier" concerning a military operation, mentioning in part: "...retreat of our men in Ann and Monmouth Forts would have been cut off, if his Excellency had not presently sent them orders to abandon them...The 13th, 14th and 15th the enemy began to be more quiet, as if they had tho... See More
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #699656
October 09, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, Oct. 9, 1713
* Rare 18th century publication
This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 8 1/4 by 13 inches,... See More
This issue has very wide, untrimmed margins...
Item #699653
June 25, 1684
THE OBSERVATOR, June 25, 1684
* 17th century original
* Uncommon publication
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 question and answer format, topics include: "Of Converts & Hypocrites" "The Effects of Schism" "He that does no Good does Mischie... See More
One of the less common, early titles...
Item #699469
October 13, 1708
THE REHEARSAL, London, Oct. 13, 1708
* Rare 18th century publication
A fine single sheet newspaper which lasted only 6 years. It was published by Charles Leslie, considered a violent controversialist who was virtually inextinguishable. Another source notes: "...in August 1704, he had started, in opposition to the ‘Observator’ and Defoe's ‘Review,
... See More
* Rare 18th century publication
A fine single sheet newspaper which lasted only 6 years. It was published by Charles Leslie, considered a violent controversialist who was virtually inextinguishable. Another source notes: "...in August 1704, he had started, in opposition to the ‘Observator’ and Defoe's ‘Review,
Pamphlet printed in 1707...
Item #696600
January 02, 1707
London pamphlet from 1707
* Sir William Dawes, 3rd Baronet
* King William III of England
The full title page notes in part: "A SERMON Preach'd before KING WILLIAM at Kensington, January 1701" with more, the second edition, London, 1707.
Complete in 16 numbered pages, 4 1/4 by 6 1/2 inches, very nice condition.
AI notes: In 1707, Sir William Dawes delivered a sermon titled ... See More
Pamphlet printed in 1706...
Item #696588
January 02, 1706
London pamphlet from 1706. The full title page notes in part: "A SERMON Preach'd at Bow-Church London, on Monday, December. 30, 1706 Before the Societies for the Reformation of Manners" with more, London.
Complete in 16 numbered pages, 4 1/4 by 6 1/2 inches, very nice condition.
A book on the territories in America...
Item #689380
November 04, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 4, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
The back page has an advertisement for a book: "The Present State of His Majesties Isles and Territories in America..." with mention of the various colonies, islands, etc.
A single sheet newspaper, 6 1/2 by 11 inches, a stain at the bottom margins, nice condition.
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Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #683123
August 07, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, Aug. 7, 1713
* Rare 18th century publication
This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches,... See More
New governors in Jamaica, Barbados, and Maryland...
Item #666866
August 10, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 10, 1710 The back page has a notable report: "The Queen hath been pleased to appoint the Honourable Lord Archibald Hamilton to be Captain-General and Governor in Chief of the island of Jamaica...Robert Lowther Esq. to succeed Milford Crow, Esq., in the government of Barbadoes; and Colonel Corbet to succeed Colonel Seymour in the government of the ... See More
The Quakers of New York send thanks to the Queen of England for repealing the "cruel law"...
Item #666858
September 29, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 29, 1707 The front page begins with an: "...address of the people call'd Quakers in Long Island, and near Connecticut colony...presented to Her Majesty...".
The document notes in part: "We, the dutiful & loyal subjects of the Queen called Quakers, inhabiting in Long Island and places adjacent, and near Connecticut Colony think our se... See More
King of England gets support from London concerning the insult from the king of France...
Item #666856
October 02, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 2, 1701
* James Francis Edward Stuart
* "The Old Pretender"
The ftpg. has a letter: "To the King's Most Excellent Majesty" from the mayor and council of London, supporting the king in the insult from the king of France who considers the king of England as the "pretended" king.
As a bit of background, James II was the... See More
The siege of Lisle in the War of Spanish Succession...
Item #666833
September 27, 1708
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 27, 1708 Most of this issue, including the entire front page, is taken up with reports on the siege of Lisle, with headings including: "Journal From the Camp before Lisle" and "From the Camp before Lisle" and "From the Camp at Lannoy" and again: "From the Camp before Lisle".
The Siege of Lille was the most promin
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The Siege of Lille was the most promin
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #656181
July 01, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, 1713 This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches, nice condition.
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
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649293
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, all from the early 1700's (1712-1739), 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. The image shown is just an example of... See More
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #649279
THE VISIONS OF SIR HEISTER RYLEY: WITH OTHER ENTERTAINMENTS, London, 1710 Sir Heister Ryley, the fictitious editor of the Visions of Sir Heister Ryley, is a man interested in all fields of learning, a "stickler in the business of truth" and absolutely averse to siding with any political party. His little newspaper was a 4 page serial. It contained essays, letters and miscellaneous ... 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
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