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Auction #133 begins on 20 Aug 2026

'A Colonist'

THE SOUTH AFRICAN DIAMOND FIELDS

Extracted from Cape and Other Newspapers with an Introductory and Explanatory Preface by a Colonist

Published: Edward Stanford, London, 1870

Reserve: $50

Approximately:

Estimate: $100/150

Bidding opens: 20 Aug 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 27 Aug 16:30 GMT

Ships from: United States

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46, [2] pages, map frontispiece, moderate wear overall with heavy vertical crease throughout center, some light foxing and soiling inside, good.

Rather early substantial publication regarding the discovery of diamond fields in South Africa, providing practical advice to those potentially interested in seeking their fortune in diamond mining.

Weight: 50g. Please note that shipping for this lot to South Africa will be $50. U.S. domestic shipping will be $10. All other countries please contact before bidding for shipping quote.

  • Binding Condition: Good
  • Overall Condition: Good
  • Size: Pamphlet (184 x 125 mm)


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