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Exceedingly early newspaper from France...
Item #683413
April 04, 1641
EXTRAORDINAIRE, Paris, France, April 4, 1641 with the date at the top in Roman numerals but then also dated at the bottom of the back page: "4 Avril, 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 r... See More
Rare report of the taking of a fort in Wilmington, Delaware...
Item #642959
July 07, 1664
THE NEWES, Published For Satisfaction and Information of the People, With Privilege, London, July 7, 1664 Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) with a terrific report from the "new world" in America. Pages 5 & 6 contain an item with a Stockholm dateline noting: "Here are great compleynts against the West-Indian company of Holland, for ... See More
Rare issue of the Oxford Gazette... The King to remain in Oxford for the Christmas season...
Item #683450
December 18, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 18, 1665 This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Plus this is the #10 issue.
Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 thru ... See More
Death report from the Great Plague...
Item #680094
January 01, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 7, 1666 (1667 by today's calendar) An early issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1666. This is issue #119.
The front page has a report from Norwich, England, reporting on the deaths from the Great Plague which was ravaging Europe at the time: "The Account of our bill of Mortality for this... 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
Wonderful display broadside from the 1600's...
Item #687408
May 02, 1677
"By The King. A PROCLAMATION Requiring the Members of both Houses of Parliament to give their Attendance upon the 21st day of May instant." with further details. At the bottom of the Proclamation is "God Save The King" and the imprint: "London...Printers to the Kings most Excellent Majesty, 1677." Also dated at the last line of the Proclamation: "...the Second da... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
(5) 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 to obtain authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their t... 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
Over 325 years old...
Item #649262
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1694. 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 England, in 1695...
Item #687090
December 23, 1695
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 23, 1695 This is the world's oldest, continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still printing today.
Close to half of the front page is taken up with: "By The King, A PROCLAMATION". Other British news.
Single sheet, 7 1/4 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition.
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1698 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
Full page engravings from the 1700's to early 1800's...
Item #649224
(10) A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's to early 1800's (though not dated). The lot may include foldouts, prints of buildings, diagrams, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins, some of the fold lines of multi-panel plates may be archivally mended from the reverse, but otherwise nice condition.
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #649223
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1704-1706 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal", and much less common. A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring 8 by 13 inches. The image shown is only an example of the layout and condition of what you will receive. Actual issues vary within the specifications given.Note: U... 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
The Queen creates a formal postal system between England & the American colonies...
Item #666869
August 29, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 29, 1710 The back page contains considerable detail on what is likely a very significant event in the creation of a formal postal system between England and the American colonies.
The report includes: "Whereas Her Majesty has been pleased to direct, that a monthly correspondence be established between this kingdom and her dominions on the continent of ... 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 exam... See More
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #649221
THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1712 One of the more famous of the early newspapers and by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, trimmed, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring 8 by 11 1/2 inches. Red ink stamps do not appear to be present.
The "Spectator" newspaper by Addison & Steele......
Item #687085
February 16, 1712
THE SPECTATOR, London, May 28, 1711 This is one of the more famous "coffee-house" newspapers of the early 18th century, done by the famed Addison & Steele.
A single sheet newspaper, 8 by 13 inches, never bound nor trimmed, even toning, an older archival strip at the blank, right margin of the back page.
Unusual format...
Item #683371
October 09, 1716
THE EVENING POST, London, Oct. 9, 1716 This was the newspaper upon which the word "evening" first appeared in any newspaper title when it began in 1706. A very handsome issue which has a very interesting & unusual format. Much news from Europe on the front page, page 2 is filled with ads, just over half of pg. 3 has the "Postscript" with recent news received (balance ... See More
A handsome newspaper... grave digger arrested...
Item #683373
April 01, 1718
THE POST BOY, London, April 1, 1718 A handsome issue with the two nice, detailed engravings in the masthead. The back page contains an article "On Saturday Night the Assizes ended at Kingston, where 15 Persons received Sentence of Death... The Grave-Digger of S. Saviours, who was convicted of stealing dead Bodies out of their Graves, was fined 40 s. and two Years Imprisonment..."
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Over 300 years old...
Item #683414
June 10, 1718
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 10, 1718 This single sheet newspaper is over 300 years old. It contains various news from London and other parts of Europe. Some advertisements on the back page as well.
This title is the world's oldest continuously published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still in existence today.
Complete as a single sheet, 7 by 11 3/4 inches... See More
Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649232
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's A lot of five issues of this early & decorative title with which great masthead featuring two engravings. Offered at a substantial discount. Single sheet and in good condition.
A large & decorative masthead... Avoiding taxation...
Item #687309
October 31, 1722
THE ORIGINAL LONDON POST OR, HEATHCOTE'S INTELLIGENCE, London, England, Oct. 31, 1722 A rare title with the text running continuously from issue to issue, the lead sentence is the completion of the last sentence from the previous issue.
This was done by several periodicals during this period to avoid the tax on newspapers. This format classified it as a pamphlet, and therefore no tax wa... See More
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #649264
THE POST-BOY, London, 1723-1726 A very nice single sheet newspaper featuring two handsome engravings in the masthead (see). Various news from Great Britain and the continent of Europe, plus a partial red tax stamp on the reverse. Measures 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Very displayable Edinburgh, Scotland newspaper...
Item #687308
August 11, 1726
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 11, 1726 See the photos for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th century featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing postboys on horseback trumpeting the news, and the other showing a winged angel trumpeting the news.
Additionally, the first letter in the first column is within yet another very decorative engraving, a... See More
Convicts shipped off to America...
Item #683380
May 23, 1728
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, May 23, 1728 The front page is a terrific item noting: "The government are about contracting with the proper undertakes for transporting the felons, convicts, being about 80 in number, to his Majesty's Plantations in America."." Although it was known that convicts were occasionally shipped off to the American colonies, it is exceedingly rare to ... See More
Pre and post-war perspective from Britain...
Item #649310
(8) 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. Each is complete, but may exclude plates/maps (if called for). Nice condition.
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Rare, early title...
Item #649222
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, 1731 A quite rare title from England with a very early date and a partial red tax stamp in a lower corner of the front page. Various news of the day both from England and the rest of Europe.Four pages, approximately 10 by 13 inches, a bit of foxing, overall very good. The image shown is only representative of the look (format) and condition of the issue you will... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #683129
April 21, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, April 21, 1744 This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short ... See More
The Jacobite Rebellion... Battle of Culloden....
Item #676729
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1746 There is much fine content on the Jacobite Rebellion including the very first article noted in the table of contents as: "The Young Pretender's reasons for Retiring from Stirling & account of his affairs in Scotland, sent to his Father".
Additional content on the Rebellion is found in over 8 pages of: "Accounts of
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Additional content on the Rebellion is found in over 8 pages of: "Accounts of
Nice plate of Westminster Bridge...
Item #671793
SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, 1746 This "Supplement" issue was done at the end of the year.
Included is "Abstract of the Irish Acts" which takes 5 pages. Also: "Description of Westminster Bridge" which is accompanied by a very nice full page print of the bridge and surrounding buildings, identified at the bottom & includin
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Included is "Abstract of the Irish Acts" which takes 5 pages. Also: "Description of Westminster Bridge" which is accompanied by a very nice full page print of the bridge and surrounding buildings, identified at the bottom & includin
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #649234
(10) 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. The image shown is representative of the "look" of what you will receive. Actual issues/dates will vary.
Very early, short-lived, colonial newspaper...
Item #683461
July 12, 1753
THE INDEPENDENT REFLECTOR, New York, July 12, 1753 This rare newspaper lasted for less than one year, publishing but 52 issues. Primarily moral and political essays, it gave offense to men in power and was "suppressed by authorities", as Brigham relates.
A fine opportunity to purchase at a reasonable price a very early issue--over 265 years old--by James Parker from the colonial p... See More
Early map of the Caribbean Islands...
Item #683352
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1756 The first two pages are devoted to the "Caribee Islands" [Caribbean] primarily limited to text on Barbadoes.But of greater significance is the great and desirable foldout map labeled: "A Map of the CARIBBEE ISLANDS Shewing which belong to England, France, Spain, Dutch, & Danes...". This map folds out to 8 1/2 by 13 1/2 ... See More
18th century Scotland...
Item #649233
(5) THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, late 1750'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 later 1750's.... See More
Early issue of this famous British newspaper...
Item #687087
May 16, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 16, 1758 Various European news reports with datelines from the Admiralty Office, London, Holland, Ireland, Falmouth, Portsmouth & elsewhere. The back page has a letter from Kingston, Jamaica.
Eight pages, 8 by 10 3/4 inches, very nice condition.
Capture of Fort DuQuesne in the French & Indian War...
Item #687302
December 26, 1758
W. SLEATER'S PUBLIC GAZETTEER, Dublin, Ireland, Dec. 26, 1758 It is rare for us to find any Irish newspapers from the 18th century let alone one from the 1750's.
Inside hs a report noting: "...letter by the Lilly...from Virginia, mentions the taking of Fort DuQuesne by General Forbes..." with more.
Much other news of the day & a wealth of ads, several illustrated.
Ei... See More
French & Indian War...
Item #676688
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1759 There is a lengthy article titled: "Instructions by Major General Wolfe in Case of an Invasion" which has much detail. The "Historical Chronicle" also has several reports concerning the French & Indian War.Other articles in the issue noted in the table of contents include:
"An Accurate Description of the... See More
Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #649294
(5) An interesting lot of five British newspapers, containing at least three different titles. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. In average or better condition. Some may have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise). 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 #649258
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.
Cherokee Indians, & other concerns...
Item #679911
March 16, 1762
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, March 16, 1762 Inside has a report headed: "America" from Charleston beginning: "Last Saturday the Little Carpenter & other Cherokees who came with him to ratify the treaty...". Also four additional reports datelined from New York & one from Philadelphia.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, minor front page rubbing, good condition.... See More
An early, handsome issue from the colonies... Nice Ben Franklin content...
Item #687150
July 05, 1762
THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, July 5, 1762 A very handsome issue with an ornate coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead.
Page 2 has a nice, early item on Ben Franklin with an Oxford dateline: "Yesterday Benjamin Franklin, Esq., of Pennsylvania, eminent for his many extraordinary improvements in electrical experiments, was presented by the University to the honorary degree of Doctor in Civil ... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #649252
(10) THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1763 thru 1772, crossing the critical period from the just prior to the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the pre-Revolutionary War tensions. Each 8 pages & in nice condition.
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #649299
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1767-68 (currently spelled Gloucester). Here is a very nice, four page issue from the year the Stamp Act was repealed and just a few years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in the colonies. This issue has a very nice & decorative masthead featuring engravings on either side. The front page also has a red-inked tax stamp. This issue contains various ne... See More
News from America...
Item #679931
February 19, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 19, 1767 Most of the front page is taken up with: "The History of Greenland, Containing a Description of the Country & its Inhabitants...", continued in future issues.
Page 2 has half column of news items headed "America", as well as: "An Extract from Obilby's Account of America" which is about South America. An... See More
Meeting with the Indians... Acts of the Mass. Assembly...
Item #640219
June 27, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 27, 1767 Page 6 has over half a column with news from America which includes mention of a few Acts passed by the Mass. governor, including: "An Act for laying out and establishing a new street in the town of Boston" with others. Also a letter from Charleston with mention of a meeting with the headmen of the Creek Indian nation.
Eight pages, 8 1/... See More
News from New York...
Item #687415
February 06, 1768
JACKSON'S OXFORD JOURNAL, England, Feb. 6, 1768 Page 3 has news headed: "America" with a letter from New York which relates to non-importation.
Four pages, red tax stamp, handsome engravings in the masthead, very nice condition.
Taxation without representation...
Item #686049
July 25, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, July 25, 1768 The front page has: "The Nuns General Character & Way of Living from an Account of the Manners & Customs of Italy" which carries over to pages 2 & 3 as well.
Further on under: "America" is a report from Charleston which begins: "It seems hardly probable that the disturbances in our back settlements will entirely subsid... See More
Trouble in America...
Item #676549
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1769 Among the articles is: "A Continuation of the Most Interesting transactions in America..." continued from the January issue, which has some great reading concerning the troubles between America & England, one portion noting: "Resolved...That no tax under any name or denomination...ought to be imposed or levied upon the p... See More
Trouble in America...
Item #642809
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1769 Among the articles is: "A Continuation of the Most Interesting transactions in America..." continued from the January issue, which has some great reading concerning the troubles between America & England, one portion noting: "Resolved...That no tax under any name or denomination...ought to be imposed or levied upon the p... See More
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