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
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
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 1686...
Item #714262
April 19, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 19, 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 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
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
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
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
Pirates take a ship...
Item #704848
March 06, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 6, 1675
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Pirates overrun British ship
This is the oldest, continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and still publishes today.
The back page has a report noting in part: "...9 or 10 seamen being English who quitted their own vessel, and went on bo... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1672...
Item #704695
May 09, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 9, 1672
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring... See More
First session of Parliament on the union of England and Scotland...
Item #704248
October 27, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 27, 1707
* First Parliament of Great Britain
A very historic issue as the front page reports on the very first session of Parliament of the newly-created Parliament of Great Britain which occurred on October 23. The union of England and Scotland was official several months previous by the ratification of the Acts of Union involving both Engl... See More
The Great Fire of London...
Item #704177
September 24, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 24, 1666 One of the greatest calamities, and more notable events to strike London in its long history is the Great Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, 1666. Finding period references to it are exceedingly difficult, as the number of newspapers publishing in 1666 was extremely small, this title certainly being the most significant.
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The Queen creates a formal postal system between England & the American colonies...
Item #704168
August 29, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 29, 1710
* Establishment of post offices in American colonies
* Anne, Queen of Great Britain
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 month... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #703990
September 18, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 18, 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, measur... See More
Charles II offers a pardon in the Popish Plot investigation...
Item #703910
November 03, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 3, 1679
* Popish Plot (to kill King Charles II) pardon ?
This issue has two items concerning the curious Popish Plot, the fabricated scheme accusing Catholics of plotting the assassination of King Charles II.
Most of the first column of the front page is taken up with a Royal Proclamation by the king pardon to those providing information in the Popish... See More
Lengthy list of naval captures during the Revolutionary War...
Item #703444
February 06, 1779
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 6, 1779 The first 3 1/2 pages are taken up with a very lengthy: "List of Captures and Recaptures Made by the American Squadron, of which Accounts have been received by Rear-Admiral Gambier...".
Eight pages, 7 1/4 by 11 1/2 inches, small posting hole near the top, damp stain at the blank spine, good condition.
A Proclamation by the King of England....
Item #703432
December 14, 1779
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 14, 1779
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
Most of the front page is taken up with two Proclamations by the King of England, both: "For a General Fast" and each ending with: "God Save the King".
Eight pages, 7 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.... See More
A naval encounter during the Revolutionary War...
Item #703431
November 30, 1779
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 30, 1779
* Revolutionary War era
* Captain St. John Chinnery
* 6th-rare frigate Daphne
The front page begins with a letter from Captain Chinnery of the ship Daphne to the commander in chief of the British forces in North America, dated at Sandy Hook, New Jersey.
Four pages, 7 1/4 by 11 1/2 inches, partial red tax stamp on the front page, very nice ... See More
The Boston Port Act, in a London newspaper...
Item #703363
April 02, 1774
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 2, 1774
* Boston Port Act passed in a British publication
* Boston Tea Party colonists punishment for destroyed tea
The front page has a report that Thomas Hutchinson, governor of Massachusetts, requests to return to England, with Thomas Gage appointed as his replacement.
But of great significance is the page 2, 3 & 4 printing of the Boston Por... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #703101
July 15, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 15, 1675
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, me... See More
Edmund Halley (23 years old)... Significant issue on the Popish Plot...
Item #702887
April 10, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 10, 1679
* Early mention of Edmund Halley (he was only 23 years old)
* Popish Plot (to kill King Charles II)
The back page has not one but two items concerning the Popish Plot in England, a contrived conspiracy to accuse Catholic leaders of plotting to kill King Charles II.
A report from Dublin notes: "A Proclamation has
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England declares war against France: The French & Indian War begins...
Item #702243
May 22, 1756
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 22 1756
* England declaration of war w/ France
The most significant item in this issue is: "His Majesty's Declaration of War Against the French King" which was the official beginning of the French & Indian War. It was prompted by England & France not being able to compromise on the border between their colonies in North... See More
The king creates codes for rebuilding London after the Great Fire...
Item #698983
September 17, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 17, 1666
* Among the earliest of newspapers to be had
* The Great London Fire disaster
* Charles II of England creates safety codes
Certainly one of the more notable events in London history was the Great Fire which began on September 2. Very shortly thereafter, in an effort to rebuild London in a safe manner, the King issued various directives ... See More
Edmund Andros arrives to govern New England...
Item #698727
February 14, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 14, 1686
* Sir Edmund Andros arrives in Boston
* Dominion of New England governor
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
The back page has the historic report of governor Edmund Andros' arrival in Boston to begin his leadership of the Dominion of New England. Datelined: "Boston in New-England, Dec. 27" the report ... See More
Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary...
Item #698264
April 27, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 23-27, 1685
* Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary
* Best publication to be had - very rare as such
This is one of the more desirable & historic events of the period, with the entire front page & some of the back page taken up with the coronation of King James II and Queen Mary. The report is datelined April 23 and has a one par
... See More
* Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary
* Best publication to be had - very rare as such
This is one of the more desirable & historic events of the period, with the entire front page & some of the back page taken up with the coronation of King James II and Queen Mary. The report is datelined April 23 and has a one par
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown: a first report...
Item #698085
November 27, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 27, 1781
* Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown
* Revolutionary War ending
* Historic item - 1st report
This is one of the more noteworthy issues of the Chronicle for the entire Revolutionary War, as it is the first issue in this title to announce the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, essentially ending the Revolutionary War.
Although the fo... See More
Broadside newspaper on naval battles...
Item #698078
May 17, 1779
THE LONDON GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY, England, May 17, 1779
* Action of 13 May 1779
* Sir James Wallace
* Saint-Malo coast
* Naval battle of frigates
This is an uncommon broadside newspaper, single sheet and printed on one side only. The focus of this issue is on naval victories off the Brittany coast of France. Measures 7 3/4 by 12 inches, very nice condition.... See More
License needed to be a peddler...
Item #698036
May 17, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, May 17, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something original from the 17th century
Most of the front page is taken up with: "A Proclamation" which enforces the use of a license to be a peddler.
The remainder of the front page and most of the back page are taken up with other reports from Europe, plus there are sev... See More
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette... Account of deaths from the Great Plague...
Item #698035
January 18, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, London, January 18, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar)
* 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.
Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed its... See More
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