„Reichs-Geographia und Genealogia“ – Hieronymus Dicelius after Martin Zeiller – Complete work in original 17th-century vellum – Leipzig, 1696 – 1451 pages Description Rare and complete 17th-century reference work on the structure of the Holy Roman Empire (“Heiliges Römisches Reich”), printed in Leipzig in 1696 and preserved in its original contemporary vellum binding. This monumental volume (1451 pages) contains detailed descriptions of all territories, cities, noble families, principalities, and ruling houses of the Empire, based on the geographical and genealogical works of Martin Zeiller (1589–1661). The edition was compiled, expanded and published by Hieronymus Dicelius, one of the most important genealogical editors of the period. The book offers an encyclopaedic overview of the Imperial Circles, sovereign families, political structures, offices, dignities and the full genealogical framework of the Empire up to the year 1696. A massive vellum-bound compendium, rarely found complete due to its size. Author Hieronymus Dicelius (after Martin Zeiller) Title Reichs-Geographia und Genealogia Publisher Johann Ludwig Gleditsch, Leipzig Year of publication 1696 Pages 1451 pp. (complete) Binding Original contemporary full vellum, hand-lettered spine, hand-sewn headbands. Language German (Fraktur) Size 17 × 11 × 9 cm Highlights Original 17th-century vellum binding (not a later rebinding) 1451 pages — unusually large and complete copy Rare Leipzig edition (1696) Important genealogical and geographical source for the Holy Roman Empire Based on Martin Zeiller, expanded by Dicelius Hand-sewn headbands and visible cords typical of 1600–1700 A massive and impressive object — perfect for collectors of early European history Condition Report Good+ condition for a 328-year-old book. Vellum binding heavily aged and darkened, with wear, scratches, stains and small defects Spine with visible cords; top joint partially split (stable) Corners rubbed Title page browned and with small defects at the edges Pages generally clean with age browning, occasional spots No loose pages observed Complete: all 1451 pages present Solid and tight block despite its age A genuine, unaltered 17th-century vellum volume with strong historical presence.