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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #715569
August 04, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 4, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something from the 17th century in your hands
* 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... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1671...
Item #715522
August 10, 1671
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 10, 1671
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something from the 17th century in your hands
* 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... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #715384
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated May 25, 1758, June 7, 1760, Aug. 5, 1762, Feb. 21, 1765, and June 1, 1771. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies.
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good conditio... See More
From the 1600's by a woman publisher... Joanna Brome...
Item #715274
THE OBSERVATOR, London, England, Feb. 15, 1681 * Rare publication w/ Woman publisher
* Hold something from the 17th century in your hands
A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing, particularly with the over 340 year-old date clearly ... See More
Original London Gazette newspaper from 1667...
Item #715272
April 29, 1667
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 29, 1667
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something from the 17th century in your hands
* 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 w... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #715217
October 05, 1691
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 5, 1691
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something from the 17th century in your hands
* Unique gift 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
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
A displayable 18th century newspaper...
Item #715001
October 13, 1716
THE POST BOY, London, Oct. 13, 1716
* Rare title w/ nice masthead
One of the nicer mastheads of the 18th century as it features two handsome engravings (see). Various news reports from Europe. The back page is mostly filled with advertisements and notices.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 8 1/4 by 14 inches, very nice condition.... See More
An early 1733 London newspaper...
Item #715000
December 03, 1733
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Dec. 3, 1733
* Forty-two years prior to the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War
A fine example of this single sheet issue with the front page having various items from London with a partial red stamp stamp at the bottom right corner, and the back page entirely taken up with advertisements.
Single sheet, 9 by 15 1/2 inches, very nice condition.... See More
Displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #714959
November 25, 1721
THE POST-BOY, London, Nov. 25, 1721
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #714720
December 15, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 15, 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 1687...
Item #714691
November 07, 1687
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 7, 1687
* 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, th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...
Item #714485
July 28, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 28, 1698
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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 was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century... See More
Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1716...
Item #714264
November 29, 1716
THE POST BOY, London, Nov. 29, 1716
* Rare & early 18th century publication
* Nice masthead engravings for display
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
This is one of our favorite early newspapers as it is single sheet, small folio size, and has two great engravings in the masthead making it very nice for display (see images). The front page has various reports from throughout Euro... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #714263
March 16, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 16, 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 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 #714054
February 06, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 6, 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 1684...
Item #713879
July 10, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 10, 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, t... 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
Over 295 years old...
Item #713732
November 04, 1729
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 4, 1729
* 18th Century original
* Over 296 years old
This newspaper is 296 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete with 4 pages, measuring about 7
... See More
* 18th Century original
* Over 296 years old
This newspaper is 296 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete with 4 pages, measuring about 7
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...
Item #713610
October 17, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 17, 1698
* 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
Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #713512
* Pre and post American Revolutionary War era* Great, unique gift idea for that history buff
(5) An interesting & unique lot of five British newspapers, containing all different titles from the 18th century. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. Some have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise, see images). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping... See More
Only published for four years...
Item #713482
January 22, 1736
THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, Jan. 22, 1735-6 By today's calendar this would be 1736. This is a very rare title, publishing for only 4 years with various news reports from Europe.
Four pages, full red tax stamp on the front page, wide, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
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
Only published for four years...
Item #712996
April 21, 1736
THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, April 21, 1736
* Very rare publication
* Early 18th century British original
This is a very rare title, publishing for only 4 years with various news reports from Europe. There is a brief item on the back page noting: "...advice by a letter from South Carolina of the death of the Rev. Mr. John Fullerton, lately missionary at Ch... 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
A "newspaper" for commoners...
Item #712244
August 21, 1755
THE CONNOISSEUR "By Mr. Town [pseud.], Critic, and Censor-General", London, Aug. 21, 1755
* Rare 18th century British publication
A weekly paper which lasted about 2 1/2 years as a "commoner's" counterpart to "The World" (which we sell as well), a periodical of about the same time which dealt more with the interests of aristocrats.
James Boswell says ... 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
Washington's state-of-the-union address... Orsiginal bindings with wrappers...
Item #711770
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1792 * Washington's State of the Union Address
* John Wesley's trip to Savannah, Georgia
* In original blue outer wrappers (very rare)
Included under: "American Intelligence" is: "The President's Address to both Houses of the Federal legislature..." which is the full text of Washington's annual state-o... See More
Three great plates on the Seven Years' War...
Item #709995
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1759 Of prime interest are the 3 full page plates on the Seven Years' War, the first titled: "A Map of the Part of Westphalia in which the French Army Were Defeated , Aug. 1, 1759" which shows much details (see), the plate titled: "Line of Battle of the Allied Army Before the Engagement on the First of August, 1759", plus ... See More
Two European maps...
Item #709987
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1758 The prime features of this issue are the two maps, one being a full page plate titled: "A Map of the Rhine Between Wesel & Duseldorp..." (see), and the other a foldout map measuring 8 by 10 1/2 inches titled "A Complete Chart of the Coast of France from Ostend, to Cape Finisterra, including the Opposite Coast of the British Chan... See More
Rare 18th century British title with the original outer wrappers...
Item #709896
August 01, 1798
THE MONTHLY REVIEW ENLARGED, London, August, 1798 This very uncommon title still has the blue/green outer wrappers. These wrappers are worn at the edges with some loss at the spine (see).
The front wrapper includes the title/index page. Among the articles included are: "Emigration to America Considered" "Wallace's Essay on the Manufactures of Ireland" "Mrs... See More
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette...
Item #709889
February 01, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, February 1, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) - issue #23 (the last issue before becoming the London Gazette)
* One of the earliest & rarest of newspapers to be had
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. Bec... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #709834
December 03, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 3, 1674
* 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, th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #709771
December 18, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 18, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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 issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17t... See More
Original London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #707200
October 26, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 26, 1674
* 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
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #706873
July 06, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 6, 1674
* 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, th... 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
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #705912
November 10, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, Nov. 10, 1720
* Nice masthead engravings
* Early 18th century original
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, about 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches in nice displayable condition.... See More
One of the most intricately engraved mastheads to be had...
Item #705135
January 04, 1729
THE NORWICH GAZETTE, England, Jan. 4, 1729 See the photos for the tremendous detail in the masthead of this early newspaper, showing the skyline of Norwich. Individual buildings and even the windows can be seen in this woodblock engraving. There are insets in the upper corners as well, one showing the patron Saint George slaying a dragon.
The content is entirely European. The back page fea... See More
An early newspaper which rarely comes on the collector market...
Item #705114
January 29, 1732
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, London, Jan. 29, 1732 A quite rare title as this is the first we have encountered in our 44 years. It appears to have run from 1730-1735. Later in 1732 the title would add: "...or, Universal Journal".
A nice "newsy" paper with a wide variety of items are found on pages 2 and 3, mostly from England.
Four pages, red tax stamp on the front page, 10 1/4... See More
Battle of Buda (Budapest)... Buda about to fall!
Item #705108
September 06, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 6, 1686
* Buda (modern day Budapest) about to fall!
* Quite historic w/ considerable details
Contains lengthy reports regarding the Battle of Buda (modern day Budapest), fought between the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire. Too much information to describe. See images for portions of the coverage. Due to the early date, it is quite hard to find conte... See More
Detailed account of an encounter with pirates...
Item #705107
June 16, 1687
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 16, 1687 The back page has an uncommonly lengthy account concerning an encounter with pirates.
With a dateline of "London, June 13" the report notes in part: "...the following account of an engagement which the ship Caesar, Capt. Edmond Wright commander, maintained on the last day of October, 1686 against five East India Pyrats of several nat... See More
Jewish prophet Sabbatai... Death count from the Great Plague...
Item #705072
July 26, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 26, 1666 Of great significance is the front page Judaica item reading: "The Hebrews of this city of Smyrna have lately received a letter from Sabadai their Prophet, from his prison in the castle of the Dardanelli, encouraging them to stand fast and not to waiver in their opinions, for he had yet eight months left to work their restoration to Jerusalem, ... See More
Much news from the "New World"...
Item #704975
January 31, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 31, 1666 It's rare to find American mention in such early dated newspapers but this issue has more than half of the back page devoted to reports from the Caribbean & South America (or so it would seem, as places have archaic names & archaic spellings). Mention is made of Barbadoes and sugar & tobacco from that island; a letter which: "..... See More
A rare title which seldom comes into hands of collectors...
Item #704925
May 29, 1733
THE HYP-DOCTOR, London, May 29, 1733 The title is an archaic phrase for a "hodgepodge of nonsense". This curious paper published from 1730-1741, a pro-Walpole (first Prime Minister of Great Britain) newspaper created to oppose another British title "The Craftsman".
The focus is noted in the masthead: "Sharps the Word, or The Waggs Out-Witted; A Particular Reply to t... See More
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