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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item # 718501
March 11, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 11, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Hold something in your hands 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 the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 by 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content.
The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes a few "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display with the 351 year old date prominent at the top. Some light foxing spots, generally nice.
AI notes: The London Gazette is one of the oldest English newspapers, first published in 1665 during King Charles II’s reign. Originally called the Oxford Gazette during the Great Plague, it was renamed the London Gazette in 1666 when the court returned to London. It served as the official government publication, sharing royal proclamations, military news, legal notices, and other official announcements. Primarily aimed at officials and merchants, it was factual and formal. The London Gazette still exists today as a government journal and is an important historical source for 17th-century England.
Category: British
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