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451pp., + 1p. Approval slip. (History of the Crusades begins on page 253 and ends on page 451.).
14x11cm,
Binding (publisher) in rooted blond calfskin, spine with 5 guilloché bands, gold fleurons in the boxes, title and volume number label in red and light brown morocco leather. Gold fillets on the cuts, marbled edges.
Coat of arms stamped on the covers (research to be carried out to identify them).
Friction and wear from use (not serious) on corners (dull) and edges. Wear of use in head and tail of back (not serious), bits a little split. Interior in good condition, with a dry stamp with the coat of arms on the covers, text in Latin with handwritten text in pen with signature. Beautiful binding, very decorative. 67365607
