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PLAYFORD, VADE MECUM, LONDON, 1679
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Vade mecum, or the necessary companion, containing, 1. Sir S. Morland's perpetual almanack... 2. The computation of years... 3. The reduction of weights and measures. 4. The ready casting up any number of farthings [&c.] with Sir Samuel Morland's new table for guinneys... 5. The interest, and rebate of money, the forbearance, discompt, and purchase of annuities, at 6 per cent. 6. The rates of post-letters... 7. The rates or fares of coach-men [&c.]. London: printed by A.G. and J.P., sold by R. Northcot, John Playford and Charles Blount, 1679
FIRST EDITION, 8vo (142 x 82mm.), dedication leaf, engraved portrait of Samuel Morland, 3 full-page engraved illustrations (Morland's perpetual almanack), modern morocco-backed boards, minor repair to edge of title
Provenance
Royal Society, London, old stamp at foot of dedication leaf; bought from Gordon Hollis, Golden Legend, Beverly Hills, 2002
Literature
Tomash & Williams P95; ESTC R8992; Hoock & Jeannin II/P26.1; Wing P2505; Kress (Supplement) S.595
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."