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You are bidding on a super rare antique hardcover book titled North of England Institute of Mining Engineers - Transactions Volume XV for 1865 - 1866. This book is loaded with articles from the years of 1865 - 66 and is also profusely illustrated with many fold-out illustrations, some of which are hand-colored! Among the articles in this book is one titled "On The Progress of Coal Mining Industry in China" by Thomas Young Hall. With this article there is a wonderful fold-out map of China showing the Coal Districts. This beautiful book is quarter-bound in leather. The spine features titling in gold on red morocco and on black leather. There are four raised bands with gold ornamentation on them. Covers securely attached with no cracking or splitting of hinges. All pages are clean and tightly bound. No writing in book at all and no signs of previous ownership. Book shows some general wear but remains in very good condition! This is a very rare book on a desirable topic! This is a terrific book to add to a collection. Great gift idea. (Inventory: 195) Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter
robert192cfb
Ron’s Book Nook was a complete privilege to do business with. Item was exactly as described, was packaged with extreme care and thoroughness to maintain the integrity of the antique book, communication excellent, and item arrived only a couple of days after purchase. Very satisfied with this transaction (price was reasonable), and would definitely recommend this seller.
user1657559f
Book is better than described. Excellent eBay Seller, a genuine pleasure to do business with. Fair price on shipping. Recommended go-to Seller for your books, and I am exceptionally choosy!
RAHUL KUMARf
Fabulous price on a terrific item--fast delivery, solid packaging, very kind customer service, all in all a very pleasant and helpful transaction. I will return. A+