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The first issue of this Revolutionary War title we have offered...
The first issue of this Revolutionary War title we have offered...
Item # 687322
February 23, 1779
THE ROYAL AMERICAN GAZETTE, New York, February 23, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
* Extremely rare publication
* Loyalist - support to the British cause
This is an exceedingly rare title, in fact the very first we have offered. It was published by Alexander and James Robertson, beginning in January, 1777 and existed until some tim in 1783.
Brigham's "History & Bibliography of American Newspapers" notes that just two institutions have this date.
The rarity of the title exceeds any value in the content. There are some war-related items, but also much reporting from London including an address of the House of Commons to the King which relates to the war.
The issue is complete in 4 pages but is compromised by the various wear and holes which were professionally repaired. Photos of each page give an accurate view of the condition with some repaired portions causing loss of text. Had this been in nice condition the price would be $7,000+, but as such it is dramatically reduced.
Category: Revolutionary War
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