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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #712010
March 25, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 25, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, ... See More
An early 1733 London newspaper...
Item #712009
February 15, 1733
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Nov. 29, 1733
* Forty-two years prior to the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War
A fine example of this single sheet issue with the front page having various items from London with a red stamp stamp at the bottom right corner, and the back page entirely taken up with advertisements.
Single sheet, 9 by 15 1/2 inches, very nice condition.... See More
Fours issues from 1758...
Item #711963
September 23, 1758
PUE'S OCCURRENCES, Dublin. Ireland, 1758
* Rare 18th century publication
* Not held by any American institution
This is a lot of three issues of this title, all from 1758, and all with some loss to the upper right corner, foxing, margin wear, o other disfigurements causing them to be in "2nd rate" condition, discounted as such.
Each is four pages, 10 1/2 by 17 inches.... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1679...
Item #711937
February 23, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 23, 1679
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Great 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 centur... See More
From the American Revolutionary War era...
Item #711936
May 29, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, May 29, 1779
* American Revolutionary War era
* 18th century - from The Enemy
Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1691...
Item #711934
October 27, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 27, 1698
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #711917
October 24, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 24, 1670
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #711849
January 30, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 30, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
* At the turn of the 18th century
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 mos... See More
Washington's state-of-the-union address... Orsiginal bindings with wrappers...
Item #711770
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1792 Included under: "American Intelligence" is: "The President's Address to both Houses of the Federal legislature..." which is the full text of Washington's annual state-of-the-union address to Congress, signed at its conclusion: G. Washington, dated Oct. 25, 1791.Also included is the lengthy article: "Wander... See More
The Stamp Act begins...
Item #711758
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1765
* The Stamp Act begins
* Very historic
Near the back are several pages with reports from Parliament and the King, including a dateline of "Friday, 22" which begins: "Lord Mansfield, as speaker, and the Earls Gower and Marchmont, by virtue of a commission from his majesty gave the royal assent to the followin
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* The Stamp Act begins
* Very historic
Near the back are several pages with reports from Parliament and the King, including a dateline of "Friday, 22" which begins: "Lord Mansfield, as speaker, and the Earls Gower and Marchmont, by virtue of a commission from his majesty gave the royal assent to the followin
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #711751
July 24, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 24, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #711738
May 30, 1721
THE POST-BOY, London, May 30, 1721
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
1794 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #711586
January 04, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 4, 1794
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Pages 3 & 4 contain several illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, generally in nice condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1671...
Item #711585
May 22, 1671
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 22, 1671
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #711566
January 05, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 5, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...
Item #711334
June 30, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 30, 1698
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Nearing the beginning of the 18th century
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... See More
Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1716...
Item #711295
November 20, 1716
THE POST BOY, London, Nov. 20, 1716
* Rare & early 18th century issue
* Nice masthead engravings for display
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
This is one of our favorite early newspapers as it is single sheet, small folio size, and has two great engravings in the masthead making it very nice for display (see images). The front page has various reports from throughout Europe whi... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #711265
December 31, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 31, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* A 17th century dated New Years' Eve
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, ... See More
18th century Philadelphia...
Item #711258
November 21, 1797
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 21, 1797
* Rare 18th century American publication
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, foxing sport on the first leaf, minor margin we... See More
From the American Revolutionary War era...
Item #711090
June 01, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, June 1, 1779
* American Revolutionary War era
* 18th century - from The Enemy
Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More
Rare political cartoon on America... Continental Association...
Item #710955
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, Dec., 1774 A focus is a full page political cartoon concerning America, as such items ae rarely found in periodicals of the day.The heading of the cartoon is: "American In Flames" and the facing page has descriptive text on it. It reads in part: "...it will lead to point out the chief actors in the American tragedy...The three mo... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #710862
November 19, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 19, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Election results from 1685 incude a few notable names...
Item #710850
April 02, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, April 2, 1685
* 17th century election results
The back page has election results for various locations in England which include among others Colonel John Darcy, Michael Wharton, Lord Downe (John Downey), and Sir Richard Atherton among others.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 6 1/2 by 10 3/4 inches, very nice condition.... See More
A handsome, 18th century displayable 1794 newspaper...
Item #710667
January 30, 1794
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Jan. 30, 1794
* Nice 18th century American publication
A handsome issue for display given the decorative masthead. Various news reports of the day with a number of advertisements on the back page, some illustrated.
Four pages, a little light damp staining, minor margin wear, generally in nice condition.... See More
Early newspaper from 1746 Amsterdam...
Item #710254
July 05, 1746
LES ETATS DE HOLLANDE [The States of Holland], July 5, 1746
* Rare 18th century title
* Nice masthead
An interesting, little newspaper from this Dutch city, printed in French, featuring an engraving in the middle of the masthead. At the back is the: "Suite Des Nouvelles d' Amsterdam" which would seem to be a supplemental sheet.
Six pages, 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches, never-tr... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #710250
November 11, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 11, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* From the turn of the 18th century
* Unique gift idea
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 ... See More
Washington offers pardon to deserters... Revolutionary War reports...
Item #710042
May 05, 1779
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 5, 1779 Perhaps the prime content is the back page: "PROCLAMATION, By His Excellency GEORGE WASHINGTON, General & Commander in Chief of the Armies of the United States of America".
In this notable Proclamation, Washington notes: "...a pardon was offered to all deserters from the Army...who should rejoin t... See More
Seeking relief from the King....
Item #710011
August 08, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Aug. 8, 1768 Under the heading: "America" and from Philadelphia is a report which begins: "We can assure the public--that the assembly of this province so early as February last took into their consideration the act of parliament imposing a duty on paper, glass, etc. and thereupon under a sense of the oppression of that act, prepared & ... See More
One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...
Item #710010
May 15, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, May 15, 1735
* Among the earliest of American newspapers
* Very early & rare colonial publication
As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonial American newspapers from before 1760, let alone an issue from 1735. It began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspa... See More
Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...
Item #710000
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745 A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see). Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".
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Three great plates on the Seven Years' War...
Item #709995
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1759 Of prime interest are the 3 full page plates on the Seven Years' War, the first titled: "A Map of the Part of Westphalia in which the French Army Were Defeated , Aug. 1, 1759" which shows much details (see), the plate titled: "Line of Battle of the Allied Army Before the Engagement on the First of August, 1759", plus ... See More
Counting the slaves... The infant Navy...
Item #709993
August 08, 1798
(2) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 15 and 28, 1798 A notable pair of issues. The entire front page & a bit of pg. 2 of the Aug. 15 issue are taken up with: "An Act to provide for the Valuation of Lands & dwelling houses & the Enumeration of Slaves within the United States". It concludes by taking up most of the ftpg. of the Aug. 18 issue where it is signed in sc... See More
Boston newspaper with Loyalist leanings...
Item #709991
December 26, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Dec. 26, 1768
* Colonial Boston original
* Pro loyalist - Tory
* Pre Rev. War tensions
The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War.
All of pages 1 & 2 are taken up with a continued report on: "Voltaire on History". Page 3 has: "The Opinions of th... See More
Two European maps...
Item #709987
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1758 The prime features of this issue are the two maps, one being a full page plate titled: "A Map of the Rhine Between Wesel & Duseldorp..." (see), and the other a foldout map measuring 8 by 10 1/2 inches titled "A Complete Chart of the Coast of France from Ostend, to Cape Finisterra, including the Opposite Coast of the British Chan... See More
Rare 18th century British title with the original outer wrappers...
Item #709896
August 01, 1798
THE MONTHLY REVIEW ENLARGED, London, August, 1798 This very uncommon title still has the blue/green outer wrappers. These wrappers are worn at the edges with some loss at the spine (see).
The front wrapper includes the title/index page. Among the articles included are: "Emigration to America Considered" "Wallace's Essay on the Manufactures of Ireland" "Mrs... See More
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette...
Item #709889
February 01, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, February 1, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) - issue #23 (the last issue before becoming the London Gazette)
* One of the earliest & rarest of newspapers to be had
This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Bec... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #709834
December 03, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 3, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, th... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #709771
December 18, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 18, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for the history buff in your life
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 17t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #709768
September 30, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 30, 1686
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
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, measur... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #708908
August 10, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 10, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #708897
July 03, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 3, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, th... See More
Masons--including Paul Revere--offer congrats to fellow Mason George Washington...
Item #708854
May 10, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, May 10, 1797 Page 2 has an address from: "The East, the West, and the South of the GRAND LODGE of Ancient, Free, & Accepted MASONS of the Commonwealth of Mass. to their most Worthy Brother, GEORGE WASHINGTON'" being congratulations on his 2 terms as President.
It is signed in type by 3 members including: "Paul Rever... See More
Washington to be dictator of America for life?
Item #708303
July 07, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 7, 1789
* President George Washington
* Dictator of America for Life ?
Page 4 has an: "Extract of a Letter From New York" which begins: "His Excellency General Washington, our new congressional President, and perhaps I might add Dictator of America for life, gave a very sumptuous entertainment on Thursday the 4th inst. on account of t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #708112
June 02, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 2, 1670
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
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, measurin... See More
From the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #707388
February 01, 1797
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 1, 1797
* Uncommon 18th century American publication
The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The front page is filled with advertisements including several illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is a notice for: "Proposals For C... See More
Rare 18th century title... Alexander Hamilton...
Item #707236
January 15, 1798
THE TIME-PIECE & LITERARY COMPANION, New York, Jan. 15, 1798
* Very rare 18th century title
* American Editor Philip Freneau
* Short-lived publication
* Letter to Alexander Hamilton
A quite rare title by Philip Freneau which lasted from March 13, 1797 to August 30, 1798.
Page 2 has a letter to: "Alexander Hamilton, Esq." signed in type: Isaac Governeur. Pa
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* Very rare 18th century title
* American Editor Philip Freneau
* Short-lived publication
* Letter to Alexander Hamilton
A quite rare title by Philip Freneau which lasted from March 13, 1797 to August 30, 1798.
Page 2 has a letter to: "Alexander Hamilton, Esq." signed in type: Isaac Governeur. Pa
Two letters signed in script type by George Washington...
Item #707212
January 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 16, 1796
* Two letters signed in script by President George Washington
Page 2 has a letter from the President to Congress signed in script type: Go. Washington. Also on pg. 2 is a letter from the French to Washington, with his reply also signed in script type: Go. Washington.
This title was one of very few which used script type for the President,... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #707201
October 12, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 12, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea
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 s... See More
Original London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #707200
October 26, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 26, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 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, t... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #707011
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 17, 1758, July 22, 1760, April 5, 1768, June 2, 1772 and March 17, 1772. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies.
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in very nice ... See More
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