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One of the earliest 17th century newspapers you will find...



Item # 707334

December 22, 1635

GAZETTE, Paris, France, Dec. 22, 1635  This title was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. All the text is in French with the first letter in the title containing embellishments. An ornate letter begins the first paragraph on the front page.
Four pages, 8 5/8 by 6 1/4 inches, in great condition. One of the earliest dated newspapers to be found.

Item from last month's catalog - #361 released for December, 2025.

Category: The 1600's and 1700's