Antique "Book of Common Prayer" in Silver Plate Case
Item Details
An antique copy of The Book of Common Prayer and Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of the Church of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America. This work was published in New York by Thomas Nelxom & Sons and certified by Samuel Hart on December 21, 1895. The Bible comes in a silver-plated case with a pierced and repoussé scroll design with wreathes at the top and bottom, a depiction of a man praying on his knees to the front, and a depiction of a shepherd with his flock to the back. There is a latch closure to the side.
- This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Master Geologist (DCCPLS).
Condition
- to fair; tarnish to plating; loose binding of book; cover unattached from book; rips and yellowing to pages throughout; (DCCPLS).
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Item #
17LAX304-128