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Thornton (R. J.)

ELEMENTS OF BOTANY

Published: J. Whiting & Co, London, 1812

Edition: First edition

Reserve: $240

Approximately:

Estimate: $500-600

Bidding opens: 3 Apr 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 10 Apr 16:30 GMT

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2 volumes. First editions 1812.

Half-leather over marbled boards.

Gilt title label to spine.

Volume I.

viii, 90 pages.

Full-page plates.

Volume II.

73 pages.

Full-page plates.

A total of 179 copper plates by Henderson, Miller, and Reinagle.

As usual, the plate numbering is erratic and known copies vary

in their plate tally and order. An attractive copy of this limited

edition Royal Botanical Lottery prize.

Recorded shipping weight 1500g.

Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. 

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 20.5 x 15 cm


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