Robert Freke Gould - 1883, 85, The History of Freemasonry Set of 2 Books vol. I & II / Gold Gilded/Leather Bounded - 1883-1885

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Two-volume 1883–1885 first edition English leather-bound set The History of Freemasonry by Robert Freke Gould, with gold-gilded pages, comprising Vols I and II and totaling around 1000 pages.

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The History of Freemasonry Set of 2 Books/ Gold Gilded
Vol I- 1883- damage to Leather Covers( detached from the main body )- still great condition
Vol II- 1885- great condition for an age.
Dedicated to
His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales. Grand Master of The United grand Lodge of Freemasons in England.
Its Antiquities, Symbols , Constitutions, CustomE, Etc.
Embracing an Investigation of the Records of the Organisations of the Fraternity in England, Scotland, Ireland, British Colonies, France, Germany, and the United States.

*Gold Gilded Pages
*Leather Bonding
*Illustrations


Please note that if you wish to have your parcel sent as a “gift” rather than a “sale,” please inform me. This may result in the avoidance of additional customs fees. However, please be aware that this option may also lead to a longer shipment time, approximately an additional 2-3 weeks.

* All of my objects are from my family’s private, used collection by true Masons.

* Please be advised that parcels may be damaged, delayed, or subject to additional fees due to local courier transportation, customs checks, taxes, and other factors.

* The recipient is solely responsible for paying the customs charges, duties, or taxes applicable to the destination country.

* Parcels will be held by customs until any outstanding payments are made. Failure to make payments may result in the parcel being returned, delayed, or, in certain cases, destroyed. If a parcel is destroyed, no refund will be issued.

* Refused, unpaid, or parcels with incorrect addresses will be returned to me. This process may take up to a month, and the parcel will only be resend to the buyer once the full postage fees have been remitted.



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The History of Freemasonry Set of 2 Books/ Gold Gilded
Vol I- 1883- damage to Leather Covers( detached from the main body )- still great condition
Vol II- 1885- great condition for an age.
Dedicated to
His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales. Grand Master of The United grand Lodge of Freemasons in England.
Its Antiquities, Symbols , Constitutions, CustomE, Etc.
Embracing an Investigation of the Records of the Organisations of the Fraternity in England, Scotland, Ireland, British Colonies, France, Germany, and the United States.

*Gold Gilded Pages
*Leather Bonding
*Illustrations


Please note that if you wish to have your parcel sent as a “gift” rather than a “sale,” please inform me. This may result in the avoidance of additional customs fees. However, please be aware that this option may also lead to a longer shipment time, approximately an additional 2-3 weeks.

* All of my objects are from my family’s private, used collection by true Masons.

* Please be advised that parcels may be damaged, delayed, or subject to additional fees due to local courier transportation, customs checks, taxes, and other factors.

* The recipient is solely responsible for paying the customs charges, duties, or taxes applicable to the destination country.

* Parcels will be held by customs until any outstanding payments are made. Failure to make payments may result in the parcel being returned, delayed, or, in certain cases, destroyed. If a parcel is destroyed, no refund will be issued.

* Refused, unpaid, or parcels with incorrect addresses will be returned to me. This process may take up to a month, and the parcel will only be resend to the buyer once the full postage fees have been remitted.



Seller's Story

“Great experience, wonderful customer care, fast shipping! I would highly recommend this seller for a unique experience and authentic objects”

Details

Number of Books
2
Subject
Freemasonry, Politics
Book Title
1883, 85, The History of Freemasonry Set of 2 Books vol. I & II / Gold Gilded/Leather Bounded
Author/ Illustrator
Robert Freke Gould
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1883
Publication year youngest item
1885
Height
29 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
23 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Binding/ Material
Leather
Number of pages
1000
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Objects sold
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