SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, July 2, 1859  This is the first issue of the new format, or "New Series" as described in the dateline. This was previously a folio-size newspaper. The front page has an illustration of "Nystrom's Improved Hydraulic Pontoon Dock". Inside the issue is "Baird's Car Seat and Reclining Chair"; "Crumbie & Brigg's Improved Cut-off"; "Tinkham's Spring Bed"; "Armstrong Gun" and other illustrations, articles and advertisements.
This is complete in 16 pages, very lite rubbing on the front page, otherwise in good condition. Measures approximately 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 inches.