Walter C. Metcalfe - A Book of Knights - 1885
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A hardback edition titled A Book of Knights by Walter C. Metcalfe, published by Mitchell and Hughes in London in 1885, with 430 pages, English (original language) text, and two subjects: history and heraldry.
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Important historical and heraldic English work from the late 19th century, dedicated to the official documentation of English and Irish knights between the 15th and 17th centuries.
The volume contains detailed lists of Knights Banneret, Knights of the Bath, and Knights Bachelor, with direct references to official manuscripts (Cotton MS. Claudius) and archival sources of significant historical importance.
The specimen is enriched with color illustrated plates depicting heraldic figures and knights (including King Henry VI), an element that significantly increases its collectible appeal.
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Original editorial binding in red cloth with gold title on the cover.
Back with gold titles (partially faded)
Conditions:
Good condition for the time.
Normal signs of wear on the back and corners.
Solid connection
Complete and well-preserved interiors
Important historical and heraldic English work from the late 19th century, dedicated to the official documentation of English and Irish knights between the 15th and 17th centuries.
The volume contains detailed lists of Knights Banneret, Knights of the Bath, and Knights Bachelor, with direct references to official manuscripts (Cotton MS. Claudius) and archival sources of significant historical importance.
The specimen is enriched with color illustrated plates depicting heraldic figures and knights (including King Henry VI), an element that significantly increases its collectible appeal.
Link
Original editorial binding in red cloth with gold title on the cover.
Back with gold titles (partially faded)
Conditions:
Good condition for the time.
Normal signs of wear on the back and corners.
Solid connection
Complete and well-preserved interiors
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Heraldry, History
Book Title
A Book of Knights
Author/ Illustrator
Walter C. Metcalfe
Condition
Fair
Publication year oldest item
1885
Height
25 cm
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Width
15 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Mitchell and Hughes, 140 Wardour Street, W., London
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
430
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