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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #676753
April 17, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 17, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn 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, this is... See More
Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #676634
February 04, 1734
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734
* Rare & early 18th century issues (5)
* Nice masthead engravings (different)
As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 wi... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #676557
July 15, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 15, 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 1668...
Item #676447
April 20, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 20, 1668
* 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 290 years old...
Item #676426
March 31, 1730
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 31, 1730
* 18th Century original
* Over 291 years old
This newspaper is 291 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 as a single sheet, measuring
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* 18th Century original
* Over 291 years old
This newspaper is 291 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 as a single sheet, measuring
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1672...
Item #676412
June 20, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 20, 1672
* Among the earliest of 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 1/2 by 10 3/... See More
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #676361
December 29, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, Dec. 29, 1720
* 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, about 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, good, displayable condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #676220
May 11, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 11, 1668
* 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
17th century from London... 1682 original...
Item #676212
October 10, 1682
THE OBSERVATOR, London, Oct. 10, 1682
* 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 that th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1692...
Item #676172
June 05, 1692
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 5, 1692
* 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 1697...
Item #676163
January 13, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 13, 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, measuri... See More
Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #676076
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 1669...
Item #676005
July 27, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 27, 1668
* 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
Convicts shipped off to America... Oglethorpe before founding Georgia...
Item #675952
March 13, 1728
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, March 13, 1728 (1729 by today's calendar)
* Early James Oglethorpe
* Convicts to America
Near the bottom of the front page is a terrific item noting: "Also the same day nine felons convicts, eight men and one woman, were brought from Oxford City to the Oxford-Arms at Holborn Bridge, and from thence carry'd down the river and put on board a shi... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #675904
July 29, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 29, 1672
* 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 1/2 b... See More
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century England...
Item #675892
January 23, 1691
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Jan. 23, 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
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #675782
December 29, 1694
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Nov. 13, Dec. 8 & 29, 1694
* Rare 17th century publications
* Lot of 3 issues over 325 yrs. old
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.
These newspapers were done in question/ans
... See More
* Rare 17th century publications
* Lot of 3 issues over 325 yrs. old
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.
These newspapers were done in question/ans
Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1715...
Item #675777
June 09, 1715
THE POST BOY, London, June 9, 1715
* Rare & early 18th century issue
* Nice masthead engravings
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 Europe while most of the back page is taken up with ads.
M... See More
Mutiny on the Bounty... Captain William Bligh...
Item #675448
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1790 Near the back is one of the more historic naval report of the 18th century, since romanticized by the famous movie, giving a fine account of the mutiny on board the ship Bounty.The report is headed: "Several Memorable Events have lately happened at Sea, which for their Singularity & Importance are worthy to be recorded." which b... See More
Great 18th century issue for display...
Item #675403
January 30, 1720
THE WEEKLY JOURNAL OR SATURDAY'S POST, London, April 23, 1720
* Great masthead engraving
* Early 18th century original
This title has one of the more beautiful & intricately engraved mastheads to be seen, and this issue has a particularly lightly-inked impression. Various news items from Europe.
Present are all 6 pages, as more typically the back leaf is lacking as it was often loo... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1677...
Item #674571
November 05, 1677
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 5, 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, measurin... See More
Was George Washington ever a commissioned officer in the British army?
Item #674356
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1795 Included is a letter to the publisher concerning George Washington, referencing his bravery & military prowess from the French & Indian War. Further on it notes: "...In the regular standing army of Great Britain he never held any commission: and this perhaps may have been...why Lord Howe & General Howe declined acknowledging h... See More
Reflecting upon Washington crossing the Delaware & the Battle of Trenton...
Item #673671
July 25, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 25, 1782 Pg. 2 has a report beginning: "So determined are the French to pursue their favorite plan of annihilating the British power in North America, & particularly to the capturing the British army in New York...to co-operate with General Washington towards the reduction of that important garrison...".
All of pg. 4 & a bit of pg. 5 are... See More
War in the South... Chart of killed & disabled...
Item #673245
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, September, 1781 Near the beginning is the "List of the Men Killed or Disabled in the War" which includes various columns, with mentions of Howe, Carleton, Gage, Saratoga, and more. Also: "Summary of Proceedings in the last Session of the Last Parliament" includes some discussion of the Revolutionary War.Also: "Concerning the Con... See More
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #673012
June 19, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, June 19, 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.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #673010
August 23, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 25, 1757, Jan. 15, 1763, Aug. 23, 1766, June 2, 1767, & Dec. 1, 1771. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & some foxing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. Each measures about... See More
Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #673007
July 04, 1716
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734. As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 with two engravings each, all differently slightly, and the last without any masthead engr... See More
Ten bookplates from the 18th century...
Item #672994
March 05, 1760
LOT OF TEN BOOKPLATES, mostly (if not all) from the 1700's. Various engravings of shields and coats-of-arms, most measuring about 3 by 4 inches, mostly nice.
Was George Washington ever a commissioned officer in the British army?
Item #672909
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1795 Included is a letter to the publisher concerning George Washington, referencing his bravery & military prowess from the French & Indian War. Further on it notes: "...In the regular standing army of Great Britain he never held any commission: and this perhaps may have been...why Lord Howe & General Howe declined acknowledging h... See More
From the 1600's by a woman publisher... Joanna Brome...
Item #672877
THE OBSERVATOR, London, England, Oct. 14, 1682 A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This early singlesheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing (see photo) particularly with the over 300+ year old date clearly visible in the dateline.This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founde... See More
From the 1600's by a woman publisher... Joanna Brome...
Item #672876
THE OBSERVATOR, London, England, Oct. 16, 1682 A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This early singlesheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing (see photo) particularly with the over 300+ year old date clearly visible in the dateline.This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founde... See More
Tyburn, England in 1873... 'God's Tribunal' - off to the Executioner...
Item #672699
November 06, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 6, 1783 As stated in Wikipedia: "Tyburn was a village in... present-day London... For many centuries, the name Tyburn was synonymous with capital punishment, it having been the principal place for execution of London criminals and convicted traitors, including many religious martyrs. It was also known as 'God's Tribunal', in the 18th century.&qu... See More
Mention of Newfoundland and the West Indies in a 1697 newspaper...
Item #672696
July 05, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 5, 1697 The first column of the front page has a few mentions of the "new world" amongst shipping notices, including: "The ships of the Flora, which returned lately from the West Indies, are now unlading...6 English merchant ships bound home and one for Newfoundland..." and then further on: "...two French ships, one bound to Newfound... See More
By America's first newspaper publisher...
Item #672595
December 12, 1679
DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE Or News Both From CITY and COUNTRY, London, England, Dec. 12, 1679 A very early single sheet newspaper published by Benjamin Harris (his imprint appears on the bottom of the back page), the first newspaper printer in the colonies.
Harris spent several years in jail in London for libelous printing, and upon release he emigrated to America to continue his printing trade... See More
One of the most intricately engraved mastheads to be had...
Item #672520
April 26, 1729
THE NORWICH GAZETTE, England, April 26, 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 entire front page is taken up with news report... See More
Controversial case of Col. Isaac Haynes... British support of loyal subjects...
Item #672492
February 07, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 7, 1782 All of the front page, page 2, and a portion of page 3 are taken up with: "Further Particulars of the Debate in the House of Lords...on the Duke of Richmond's Motion Respecting the Execution of Col. Haynes in America." This was a very controversial event in the Revolutionary War as Isaac Haynes was hanged by the British under controve... See More
Numismatic interest... General Hamar's Indian battles...
Item #672479
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1791 One of the plates has several prints of early coins with some descriptive text as well. Another plate has a coastal: "View Near Margate" plus a: "View in Lower Saxony". Another page has an article and a small print of the: "Correct Calculation of the Ensuing Solar Eclipse".Near the back news reports under t... See More
Map of Port Royal, the haven for pirates... Ben Franklin returns from France...
Item #672477
November 01, 1785
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1785 Inside has over a full page taken up with: "Peter the Wild Boy" who was quite the sensation at the time.
Also: "Observations on the Properties & Effects of Coffee" & much more. The best item would be the very nice & detailed foldout map of "Old Port Royal" in Jamaica, with an accompanying article:... See More
Referencing Cornwallis's surrender at Yorktown...
Item #672476
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1782 The issue begins with 8 pages of "Proceedings In Parliament" which begins with some mention of the Cornwallis surrender at Yorktown: "...Every member must be convinced that the prosecution of the American War is the object ministers have in view...Having read the 10th article of the capitulation between E. Cornwallis and Gen. W... See More
Battle of Camden...
Item #672473
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1780 Inside has a lengthy & very detailed letter from Lord Cornwallis to Lord Germain on the battle of Camden, S.C., which begins: "It is with great pleasure that I communicate to your lordship an account of the...victory obtained on the 16th inst. by his Majesty's troops under my command over the rebels of the southern army, commanded ... See More
Terrific on Captain Cook's voyage...
Item #672463
SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1773 Certainly the prime content in this issue is the five page article: "An Epitome of the Voyage round the World by Lt. Cook..." which is the continuation of an ongoing report of his historic voyage (photos show only portions). The related map is lackingThere is also an article: "Queries concerning the Ancient Form of the... See More
Rare title with the original outer wrappers...
Item #672451
August 01, 1797
THE MONTHLY REVIEW ENLARGED, London, August, 1797 This very uncommon title still has the blue/green outer wrappers. These wrappers are in remarkably nice condition as more typically they are quite worn.
The front wrapper includes the title/index page. Among the articles are: "Fair Statement of Grievances in the Navy" "Narrative of the Proceedings of Sir Jervis's Fleet&quo... See More
Nice plate of Windsor Palace...
Item #672421
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1765 A nice issue of this very famous & successful British magazine from this significant year of the Stamp Act, and some ten years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War.One of the features is the very nice full page plate of: "A View of the Royal Palace at Windsor" so closely connected to the Royal Family today. It is acc... See More
British Jew Bill... Engraving of a church in Charleston...
Item #672418
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1753 This issue contains a great full page print of: "St. Philip's Church in Charles Town, South Carolina" with just a small bit of text on it on the facing page reading: "The church is esteemed one of the most regular & complete structures of the kind in America. The design was sent us from Charles-Town [Charleston] where
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Ships from 'New Spain' departed Havana...
Item #672331
March 07, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 7, 1669 The front page has a report noting: "The New-Spain fleet arriving safely at St. Lucar has filled all people with joy, the publick as well as private persons having a great share in those ships; four of their numbers were left behind at Havana..." with a bit more.
Single sheet, 6 3/4 by 11 1/4 inches, a bit of foxing at folds, generally go... See More
A rare 17th century title...
Item #672255
July 16, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, London, England, July 16 (1689) A very rare newspaper from England, with the title outlining the content within. Historical reports as well, including a back page advertisement. The year is found in the imprint at the bottom of the back page.
This is a single sheet issue, 6 3/4 by 11 1/2 inches, never trimmed, very nice and cl... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1685...
Item #672118
August 06, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 6, 1685
* 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 1/2 ... See More
Much on the ceremonial departure & arrival of the king...
Item #671986
October 28, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 28, 1669
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
Over half of the back page is taken up with a report from Edinburgh on the King's ceremonial departure from the Palace of Holyrood to his arrival at Parliament House, and his return. Great detail on the ceremony.
Single sheet, 7 by 11 1/4 inches, some dirtiness to the front pag... See More
Two nice engravings in this uncommon title...
Item #671924
June 07, 1715
THE POST-MAN & THE HISTORICAL ACCOUNT, London, June 7, 1715
* Rare & early 18th century issue
* Nice masthead engravings
A newspaper formatted much like the "Post-Boy" we've offered before, but a much more scarce title. Various news of the day with some advertisements on the back page.
Complete as a single sheet issue, some foxing or staining near the masthead, ... See More
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #671873
July 24, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, July 24, 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
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