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Exceedingly early newspaper from France...
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EXTRAORDINAIRE, Paris, France, Oct. 15, 1635 (date in Roman Numerals: MDCXXXV). This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 25 years. This is an "extraordinary" issue which published simultaneously along with the GAZETTE of Paris, the very first regular newspaper published in France which started just 4 years previous in 1631 by Th... See More
$565.00
Pilgrim-era last will & testament of a man from Rowley, Massachusetts...
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* Pilgrim-era last will & testament of Thomas Mighill of Rowley, MassachusettsThis is the earliest dated colonial America document we have encountered. Verification of it being from America is firmly documented by numerous references which are noted in the website: "The Mighill Family".
The following is from the family website which you can visit to verify:
"Thom... See More $1,350.00
1659 newsbook...
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MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, July 21, 1659
* Richard Cromwell
Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People and Published by Order of Parliament", as stated in the masthead.
Notable content i
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$375.00
* Richard Cromwell
Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People and Published by Order of Parliament", as stated in the masthead.
Notable content i
Early 1659 newsbook...
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MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, Dec. 29, 1659 Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People" as stated in the masthead.
Notable content includes a report From Algiers that states: "Within th
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$340.00
Notable content includes a report From Algiers that states: "Within th
The Great Plague of London, reported in a period newspaper...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, 1666 Not only is this a very early issue of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world (it started in 1665) but the bottom of the back page of this singlesheet issue has a brief account of the week's death toll from the Great Plague which was ravaging much of Europe at that time. Click on the camera icon below to see such a listing (actual issue you receiv... See More
$350.00
The Great Plague of London death report...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, 1666 Not only is this a very early issue of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world (it started in 1665) but the bottom of the back page of this singlesheet issue has a brief account of the week's death toll from the Great Plague. The Great Plague was one of the world's great tragedies, with death tolls noted in several issues of this newspaper during t... See More
$350.00
From London, just after the Great London Fire and plague...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, dated in 1667-1669, from London, England. This is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world. A 17th century issue, from the decade of the Great London Fire and Plague. The issue shown in the photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will receive. Printed on high quality rag paper. Very nice condi... See More
$150.00
Earliest Of Newspapers...
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LONDON GAZETTE, May 20, 1667.
* One of the earliest newspapers we have to offer
A ftpg. report from "Cadiz" says: "The Indulto of the Flota, which...arrived here from the West-Indies, is now adjusted at 400000 Pieces of Eight; and the ships will begin to unlade in two or three days." Singlesheet, occasional foxing. Over 330 years old!
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$112.00
* One of the earliest newspapers we have to offer
A ftpg. report from "Cadiz" says: "The Indulto of the Flota, which...arrived here from the West-Indies, is now adjusted at 400000 Pieces of Eight; and the ships will begin to unlade in two or three days." Singlesheet, occasional foxing. Over 330 years old!
Over 300 years old and at a lesser price...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's Here is a genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today.This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount the price considerably. Thi... See More $30.00
4 London Gazette Newspapers 1671 1771 1871 1971...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: March 8, 1671; March 23, 1771; February 10, 1871 & July 16, 1971. These issues contain news of the day including much from England. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published... See More
$217.00
4 London Gazettes...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: August 21, 1671; December 21, 1771; August 29, 1871; and September 23, 1971.
These issues contain news of the day, lots of royal related news. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still
Oldest newspaper in the world... From the decade after the plague...
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LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's This is the oldest continuously
published newspaper in the world. A 17th century issue, from the
decade after the Great London Fire and Plague. The issue shown in the
photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will
receive. Printed on high quality rag paper. Very nice
condition
.
Backgrou
... See More $67.00
Published by America's first newspaper man!
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THE PROTESTANT (DOMESTICK) INTELLIGENCE, OR NEWS BOTH FROM CITY AND COUNTRY, London, 1679 (only 2 remain within our inventory). Here is a rare opportunity to purchase a newspaper by Benjamin Harris. Harris was the first newspaper publisher in the colonies, having published PUBLIC OCCURRENCES BOTH FOREIGN & DOMESTICK in Boston in 1690. It lasted for only one issue. Before emigrating to th... See More
$320.00
By America's first newspaper publisher!
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DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE OR NEWS BOTH FROM CITY AND COUNTRY, London, 1679
A very early singlesheet newspaper published by Benjamin Harris (his
imprint appears on the bottom of the back page), the first newspaper
printer in the colonies. In 1690 he published DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE
BOTH FOREIGN & DOMESTICK in Boston. That newspaper lasted but a
single issue. Harris spent several years in jail... See More
$169.00
Boston Fire report in 1679...
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THE TRUE DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE, OR, NEWS
BOTH FROM CITY & COUNTRY, London, Dec. 2, 1679 An uncommon title
with front page news about the excitement generated by the early
morning visit by the Duke of Monmouth. Another report says that the
City Guards of London
"...have taken up a custom every morning before
they lodge their colours to salute [the] Mayor with two Volleys; and he
out of... See More
$277.00
A 325+ year old newspaper...
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THE WEEKLY PACQUET OF ADVICE FROM ROME, OR THE HISTORY OF POPERY,
London, 1680 An unusual anti-Catholic newspaper which had a short life
before being suppressed. Measures 5 3/4 by 7 1/2 inches and in great
condition. The issue shown in the photo is generic; the issue you
receive will have a similar but different date in 1680.
$31.00
Rare title from the 1600's...
120453
THE LONDON MERCURY, England, 1682 See the photo below for the front
page of this very uncommon title from the 1600's. This singlesheet
newspaper lasted for only 56 issues. Scattered issues of this title are
held by only four institutions in the United States! Various news of
the day, untrimmed margins, generally quite nice condition, measures
about 8 by 12 inches. A rare opportunity!
$157.00
Handsome, 300+ year old newspaper...
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THE OBSERVATOR, London, England, 1682.
A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This early singlesheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing (see photo) particularly with the over 320 year old date clearly visible in the dateline.
The photo below is "generic" although the
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$27.00
A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This early singlesheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing (see photo) particularly with the over 320 year old date clearly visible in the dateline.
The photo below is "generic" although the
Very rare title in 1682....
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THE IMPARTIAL PROTESTANT MERCURY, London, Jan.
20, 1681-2 A rather rare title, the front page having
several reports from London including one that says: "Touching
the expected Ambassador from the King of Bantam, we are...told, That he
brings our King a great Present of Diamonds, and that his Errand is
reported to be, to desire of His Majesty the Freedom of sending some
Shi
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$209.00
Rare & early title...
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THE LONDON MERCURY, England, July 14, 1682 A very difficult title to
find, this issue is untrimmed and is in quite nice condition save for a
minor archival mend on pg. 2 and some minor edge tears. The bkpg. has a
report of the king arriving from Windsor. Other news reports from
throughout Europe, including military & political events.
Singlesheet, measures 8 by 12 1/2 inches.
$157.00
A rare, short-lived newspaper...
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LONDON MERCURY, England, Sept. 8, 1682 According to Crane and Kaye, this title lasted but 56 issues, obviously making it a very uncommon title. A single sheet, with a front page report stating: "The East-India Company began their Sale on Monday, and after they had disposed of some Saltpeter, &c. Adjourned the further sale to the 4th of October." Very good, untrimmed condition.... See More
$156.00
From the 1600's...
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THE OBSERVATOR, London, 1683 A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. This early singlesheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing. The photo below is "generic" although the issue you will receive will be dated in 1683 and will have a similar look. Measures 8 x 12 inches. Great item.... See More
$27.00
This newspaper is over 320 years old...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE 1684. This is a genuine issue of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today. This is a very early issue from just 19 years after it began publication. Single sheet, printed on both sides, this newspaper is in very nice condition.
$49.00
Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 23-27, 1685 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 paragraph preface reading: "This day being the Festival of St. George, the Coronation of their sacred Majes
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$1,250.00
Richard Baxter Convicted and Sentenced...
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Here is a pair of genuine newspapers with historic reports on noted English Puritan church leader Richard Baxter, referred to by Dean Stanley as "the chief of English Protestant Schoolmen".THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 1, 1685 and THE LONDON GAZETTE of July 2, 1685
The June 1 issue contains a back page report which reads: "London, May 30. This afternoon at the Nisi Prius ... See More $185.00
Proclamation by the King concerning wine...
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 22, 1687 Fully half of the front page is taken up with a "PROCLAMATION BY THE KING For Prizing Of Canary Wines". Great, and unusual to find wine-related news items in newspapers, let alone such a report on the front page of a genuine 1687 newspaper.A terrific display item for any wine collector or fine restaurant. You get the complete issue w... See More $74.00
Rare, early newspaper...
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PUBLICK OCCURRENCES TRULY STATED, from London, 1688 In my overy 30 years of dealing in rare newspaper this is the first time I have seen this title. A singlesheet issue measuring about 7 1/2 by 12 inches, nice, untrimmed margins. Only 34 issues of this newspaper were ever published! A very rare opportunity for a very rare newspaper. In nice condition with various news reports from Europe, ... See More $190.00
Reference to the death of King James II of England...
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THE LONDON INTELLIGENCE, Feb. 5, 1688-9 A single sheet newspaper containing a nice petition on the reverse supporting the ascent to the Throne by the Prince of Orange and "His Royal Consort the Princess". Ironically there is a report from London stating: "The Prayers for the late K. James II are omitted in the Chappel Royal at White Hall, and in many other Churches and Chappel... See More
$222.00
Rare title from the 1600's...
120449
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, 1689 The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day (unusual). A quite rare title, singlesheet, and in very nice, untrimmed condition. An uncommon opportunity for a title which is rarely offered.
$139.00
Rare & early British title...
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A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, London, 1689. A quite rare singlesheet newspaper from England, with the title outlining the content within. Historical reports as well, including a few advertisements. Measures about 8 by 12 inches, never trimmed with wide margins, nice condition. The year is found in the imprint at the bottom of the back page. The image shown ... See More
$139.00
Rare Title - 1689 British newspaper...
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THE LONDON INTELLIGENCE, Feb. 9, 1688/9 The back page has a brief albeit very historic report from London dated February 5, stating that: "Yesterday, the Lords and Commons Unanimously Agreed to Proclaim the Prince, and Princess of Orange, King, and Queen of England, and to Present the Crown with some Preliminaries to His highness, to Accept thereof Himself, and also for his Royal consor
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$470.00
Very rare variant title...
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A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, DURING THEIR LATE SITTING; AND OF OTHER AFFAIRS RELATING TO THAT KINGDOM, London, Aug. 17, 1689 This is a quite rare title variation from "A Continuation of the Proceedings of the Parliament in Scotland", of which I have several, however I have only seen just this one issue with this lengthier title. Measures about 7 1/2 by 12 1/4 in... See More
$237.00
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, a great opportunity to purchase a lot of 10 issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, all from the 1690's, & in good condition. I sell for $47 each.
$382.00
Was there any man before Adam?
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THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, April 21, 1691 This uncommon newspaper from the 17th century was published in question-answer format. Among the front page questions are: "Whether there were any men before Adam?" "What Are the Souls of Brutes?" "How a Man shall know when he dreams, or is really awake?" "Whether there may be an Impartial and True History in the Wo... See More
$41.00
Genuine newspaper from the 17th century...
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VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes in Parliament. Very nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Well over 300 years old!
$39.00
Coffeehouse Newspaper...
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THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton from London, England, dated April
16, 1692. This was a fine gentlemen's newspaper which was very popular
in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide
range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English.
Partially in question/answer format including: "Whether the Reformed
Churches beyond Sea do not all make use of a Form o... See More
$47.00
Rare title from the 1600's...
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A COLLECTION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF HUSBANDRY AND TRADE, London, April 27,
1692. This is one of the more uncommon titles from the 17th century I
have had the pleasure to offer, being singlesheet printed on both sides
with the content relating much to the title. The bkpg. has a
large chart showing prices of various grains by city (see
photos). Various browning throughout and an archiva... See More
$89.00
A "Declaration" by the King and Queen...
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LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 27, 1692 Most of the front page is taken up by a proclamation: "By the King and Queen, A DECLARATION, Requiring all Officers & Soldiers to Observe strict Discipline, & Payment of Quarters." amongst other news items. This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today. Single shee... See More $52.00
Challenge to vice and atheism...
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ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Oct. 1, 1692.
* Challenge to vice and atheism
Beginning on the ftpg. and taking most of this singlesheet issue is a lengthy poem: "A Challenge To Vice and Atheism". In a ftpg. message from the publisher is an explanation for this unusual format which states in part: "We shall now in this, and in all the Poetical Mercuries we publish for the future, insert a
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$107.00
* Challenge to vice and atheism
Beginning on the ftpg. and taking most of this singlesheet issue is a lengthy poem: "A Challenge To Vice and Atheism". In a ftpg. message from the publisher is an explanation for this unusual format which states in part: "We shall now in this, and in all the Poetical Mercuries we publish for the future, insert a
Choice Item from the 1600's
On the Salem witch trials...
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THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, 1693 The bkpg. has an advertisement for the book
"A Further Account of the Tryals of the New-England WTICHES..."
by Cotton Mather. This is the only periodical that I have ever seen
with any reference to the famous Witch Trials at Salem, Massachusetts.
A unique and very uncommon item! A quarto-size singlesheet with a few
lite dampstains, otherwise i... See More
$225.00
Nicholson becomes governor of Virginia and Maryland.....
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, Jan. 1, 1693 The photo shows the back page report about the nomination of Colonel Francis Nicholson, the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia and Maryland, to be the "... Governor in Chief of the said Province of Maryland...". A very rare and early reference to colonial business in America. Singlesheet, with lite foxing, otherwise in very good condition.
$128.00
Rare & very early magazine from the 1600's...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S JOURNAL OR THE MONTHLY MISCELLANY, London, 1693. If
18th century magazines are scarce, titles from the 17th century are
exceedingly rare. Here is one such title, subtitled:
"To A Gentleman in the Country Consisting of News, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Musick, Translations, etc."
Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have
these specific photos or be ... See More
$169.00
On the Salem witch trials...!
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THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, February 21, 1693 This was a fine gentlemen's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format.The back page has an advertisement for the book: "The late TRYALS of Several WITCHES In New-England&qu... See More $225.00