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$20 USD Offers ConsideredSexy Men John Grimek Mr Universe on Cover Health & Strength Magazine
Books:Magazines
This is the October 1948 issue. The man on the cover is still popular today as one of the favorite of the Mr Universe winners, John Grimek. The magazine has 50 pages plus the back cover. ...The magazine is clean with very light foxing on the cover that is not really noticeable due to the shade of the paper. The magazine is loaded with photos. <<<<< If you buy more than one, I will ship all of your items together to save you some shipping. Your magazine will be very well packed for safe secure ...
$85 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Salesman Sample Books in Salesman Case Dated 1906
Books:Antique
One of my favorite salesman sample items. The case has the original leather handle intact. It is 10 inches x 7 1/2 inches and it is 2 inches thick. Unsnap the cover and the first beautiful book is scarlet red " Beautiful Thoughts by Famous Authors for Reading and Recitation. The paste down image of the woman is so beautiful, a striking contrast with the vivid colors of the book's hard cover. The inside has the title page which opposite is a beautiful full color page featuring Longfellow. This ...
$24 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Book 1904 First Edition * Chuggins by Irving Handcock
Books:Children's
Many times through the years I would buy an old book for the cover. I never enjoyed books with the dust jacket. I do not think this one had a dust jacket. It appears to be a First Edition. Published in 1904 by Henry Altemus Company , Philadelphia. 7 1/2 inches tall, 5 1/8 inches wide. It has 96 pages ( the last page lists other books available ). The author is Irving Hancock , the illustrator is J.C. Claghorn. It has a lovely color glossy frontispiece. The original owner must has received this ...
$10 USD Offers ConsideredVintage 1910 Baby Book Fully Illustrated Flowers & Children
Books:Children's
This little hard cover book was used on a few pages. The birth certificate page is filled in very nice and neat...the baby was born 1910....the 1st photograph page does not have a photo, but has 2 months hand written below the photo space....Baby's weight page filled in...one more brief note on baby's notes page...the rest blank and fine vintage condition...the illustrations look to be Frances Brundage, however, not signed. It's a hard cover book that is 8 inches x 5 inches...The cover does have ...
$50 USD Offers ConsideredRare 1878 Antique Children's Book A Christmas at School
Books:Antique
Although this book is not dated, my research shows it was published 1878. And the only way that reference knew the date was the book was a gift and the giver dated it, 1878 along with the inscription. I've owned this so many years that I honestly cannot say where I got it, which is unusual for me. I do remember think how wonderful the title was, and since it was unusual, it was a must have. I also adore the cover, which by the way, it's a cloth covered hard cover book. The paste down image is of ...
$125 USD Offers ConsideredAntique 1879 Karl Frohlicks Flolicks w Scissors and Pen Silhouette Book
Books:Antique
This book is seldom seen, even on the wide world of the Internet. Karl Frohlich's Frolicks with Scissors and Pen the rhymes translated and adapted from the original German of Frohlich by Madame de Chatelain. It is a hard cover book published by R. Worthington, 750 Broadway New York, in 1879. This is the actual 1879 book, not a reprint. The book is 10 inches tall , 8 1/2 inches wide and although the pages are not numbered, it has 25 pages of silhouettes, plus wonderful pages of ads in the back. ...
$25 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Book Geography Children's School Book Illustrated
Books:Children's
Monteith's Manual of Geography circa 1868 is a fine book to own. It is a hard cover book with a beautiful paisley pattern paper cover. 123 pages , fully illustrated and in fine intact condition. The original owner hand wrote in pencil on the inside cover, which is now faded but there, and neat. The covers were taped with old canvas fabric years ago, I do not thing the white tape is original because it does not have the aged color as tape usually gets. This item is from an important estate. The ...
$30 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Mcloughlin Bros Rare Book Aunt Matilda Series Little Deserter
Books:Children's
I am hoping to list more books from my collection. I am going to offer free USA shipping for these books because I want to ship them well packed in a Priority Box. Outside the USA, please ask about shipping...these books have been in my cabinet or stored away for many years, not found in shops etc. Although I collect books, I am not a book expert ( just addicted to antique books and more ) >>>> This book is seldom seen. From the 1800's era ( circa 1869 ) Aunt Matilda's Series...McLoughlin Bros ...
$29 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Sexy Muscle Man Magazin June July 1948 Health & Strength
Books:Magazines
Here's a fabulous magazine...just goes to show that fitness always was popular..Tonight I am adding a few 1948 magazines named " Strength & Health ". Each magazine is in fine clean condition , unless otherwise noted...and has the original mailer envelope...Loaded with photos so great, I am thinking of joining a gym, no kidding, my bicycle days may come to an end..wow.. >>>>> This is the June / July 1948 issue. The man on the cover is Eugene Meyer.. The magazine has 50 pages plus the back cover. ...
$75 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Kate Greenaway Book Little Ann Hard to Find Circa 1880's
Books:Antique
This hard cover book is circa 1880. Little Ann Illustrated by Kate Greenaway Printed in Colours by Edmund Evans...Frederick Warne and Co. London New York....Little Ann and Other Poems by Jane and Ann Taylor. Dedicated to Godfrey , Dorothy , Oliver , & Maud Children of Frederick Locker Esq. The original owner had written their name in neat script...however, by the time I brought it, the name was erased out with only a shadow remaining. 9 inches x 6 inches, this hard cover book is seldom seen, ...
$49 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Men Magazine Sexy Photo inside Cover Health & Strength Feb 1948
Books:Magazines
First of all, the magazine's cover is unusual for the Health & Strength magazines of 1948...this one is screaming red that will get your attention , the same as the shocking strong muscled man on the cover. The man on the cover is George Eferman ( not sure if I wrote the name right, his name is in signature below the cover photo ). It is the 1948 February issue...then, instead of the usual barbell ad on the other side of the cover , there is...well, one of the most sexy photos of 2 men I can ...
$45 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Doll Book Figural Doll Shape Too Adorable Early 1900's
Books:Children's
Too cute , don't you think ? Even the back cover is the back of the little girl. Reminds me of Dolly Dingles, however, no artist is listed. Published by M. A. Donohue. The back top of the cover even still has the remnants of the old 5 & 10 cent store stamp. 14 inches tall, 7 inches wide. Dolls of Many Lands...Each page shows children with dolls. A little soft corner at her bow on the top right..a little edge wear to the spine. The book is in fine too adorable condition. From my book cabinet to ...
$24 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Book Gift Floral Cover Design Lovely Golden-gilt Pages
Books
Books like this one is a wonderful accent piece to any decor. Published by The F.M. Lupton Publishing Co New York in the early 1900's era. The title is ,Rassalas , Prince of Abyssinia , by Samuel Johnson LL.D. 192 pages , 6 inches x 4 inches, and appears unread...that's because books like this, really were enjoyed as a decorative piece in the home...more so than for the reading. This book's author and title is very popular and in reprint today...this little book though is not in reprint. It is ...
$24 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Book Gift Pansy Flower Cover Beautiful Golden-gilt Pages
Books
Books like this one is a wonderful accent piece to any decor. Published by The F.M. Lupton Publishing Co New York in the early 1900's era. The title is , Hero and Hero Worship ( might be an interesting read too ) by Thomas Carlye. 345 pages , 6 inches x 4 inches, and appears unread...that's because books like this, really were enjoyed as a decorative piece in the home...more so than for the reading. Naturally, the beautiful Pansy flowers on the cover would have made this book the perfect gift ...
$50 USD Offers ConsideredAntique McLaughlin Bros Afternoon Tea Beautiful Illustrations
Books:Antique
This book is circa 1880. It is a hard cover book measuring 9 1/2 inches x 7 1/2 inches. Afternoon Tea and Pleasant Rhymes with 37 illustrations. The artwork is very similar to Kate Greenaway , however, no artist name is listed. There is a minor water stain on the front top corner as shown. The last page has a tear on the bottom corner as shown, the rest of the pages are in fine clean intact condition. The red cloth over the spine has some nicks on the back. The pages are bound by string and are ...
$75 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Book First Edition 1903 Little Rhymes for Little Readers Book
Books:Antique
I am hoping to list more books from my collection. I am going to offer free USA shipping for these books because I want to ship them well packed in a Priority Box. Outside the USA, please ask about shipping...these books have been in my cabinet or stored away for many years, not found in shops etc. Although I collect books, I am not a book expert ( just addicted to antique books and more ) >>>> This is a big book that is as beautiful on the cover as it is on the inside. It is a hard cover book. ...
$35 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Miniature Silver-tone Book Cover
Books:Miniature
Here's something you seldom see, at least around here. It's a silver-tone book cover to place over your favorite miniature book. 3 inches x 2 inches , the hinge is a tad over 1/4 inch deep. There is a place for a monogram, unused or blank. Minimum wear, it does have a surface scratch located on the front below the monogram square. Not a deep scratch, but can be seen once you know about it...I will rub it lightly with a polishing cloth before shipping so it presents well when it arrives to you. * ...
$29 USD Offers ConsideredSept 1948 Strength & Health Sexy Muscle Man Magazine
Books:Magazines
Tonight I am adding a few 1948 magazines named " Strength & Health ". Each magazine is in fine clean condition , unless otherwise noted. Believe me, these magazines will make the ladies swoon, and the men will flex their muscles too. >>>>> This is the Sept 1948 issue. The fabulous man on the cover is Jack Delinger. The magazine has 50 pages plus the back cover. The back cover's bottom corner is folded to the inside, that was created when made...The magazine is clean and a real beauty , loaded ...
$20 USD Offers ConsideredSexy Men April 1948 Health & Strength Muscleman Magazine
Books:Magazines
Here's a fabulous magazine...just goes to show that fitness always was popular..Tonight I am adding a few 1948 magazines named " Strength & Health ". Each magazine is in fine clean condition , unless otherwise noted...and has the original mailer envelope...Loaded with photos so great, I am thinking of joining a gym, no kidding, mu bicycle days may come to an end..wow.. >>>>> This is the April 1948 issue. The man on the cover is Roy S. Hilligean. The magazine has 50 pages plus the back cover. .. ...
$325 USD Offers ConsideredAntique Architecture Book Rare Dated 1873 by Bricknell
Books:Antique
I have always enjoyed early books. And although I am not an expert , I can assure you any book I offer for sale from my collection with not be the norm. This book is a favorite of mine. If you want to really know the house plans and trimmings of buildings circa the 1800's , this book will reveal it to you. It lists 75 plates...a few are tinted as shown in the photographs....and hundreds of illustrations of cottages, country villas and houses designed by noted architects such as Withers, Hallett ...
$26 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Wedding Roses Flowers Book Beautifully Illustrated
Books:Poetry
This beautiful book is titled " A Wedding Day ". It was published by The Gibson Company. 7 1/2 inches x 5 inches, soft cover and fully illustrated. Flowers and scenes adorn each page. The first few pages are poem about the wedding day...next is the certificate that names John Cutis to wed Mollie Lantz in Richmond Virginia, Sept 4th, 1912. Very neatly hand written names etc.The rest of the pages are more poem and what is not poems, not filled out such as " gifts " etc. The cover has turn grayish ...
$29 USD Offers ConsideredAug 1948 Strength & Health Sexy Muscleman Men Magazine
Books:Magazines
Tonight I am adding a few 1948 magazines named " Strength & Health ". Each magazine is in fine clean condition , unless otherwise noted...and has the original mailer envelope... Believe me, these magazines will make the ladies swoon, and the men will flex their muscles too. >>>>> This is the August 1948 issue. The fabulous man on the cover is the 1948 Mr Universe , George Eiferman. The magazine has 50 pages plus the back cover. ...The magazine is clean and a real beauty , loaded with photos. It ...
$29 USD Offers ConsideredOriginal 1886 Hard Cover Young Folks Annual Book
Books:Children's
This book offers you a chance to step back into time. Chautauqua Young Folks Reading Manual is a nice size hard cover book. It is 9 1/2 inches x 7 1/2 inches. 8 series of articles in 1 volume with numerous ( black & white ) illustrations. Published by D. Lohtrop and Company. 208 clean fabulous condition pages. The hard cover is beautiful, however, it is beginning to separate from the binded pages due to the cloth cover of the binding being long gone. Beautiful item to have and enjoy though. From ...
$25 USD Offers ConsideredVintage Book First 1st Edition Jack Frost Whitman Book
Books:Children's
This dear colorful hard cover book is the first edition of Jack Frost Arrives on Butternut Hill...pictures and story by Harrison Cady. Copyright 1929 .4 3/4 x 5 1/4 inch book is fully illustrated with the dearest pictures. The original owner wore in pencil her name, neat but wrote in several places on the inside front and back cover, and also in ink on the copyright page. Other than that, the inside pages are in fine clean no tears or dog ears condition. Although considered a rare book that is ...
SOLDSOLD Antique Book Shakespear 1817 Midsummer Night's Dream Provenance
Books:Antique
This book is from a local estate here in Hagerstown. Items in this estate were very early , also found in the estate were very early very rare John Bell pottery molds. The earliest publications I could truthfully find on the net for a Midsummer Night's Dream book are around 1900... This book has no publisher listed... instead , inside on the title page in hand written ( with dip pen ink ) is what looks to read, " Wm Brent 1st July 1817 " this is hand written again below the first signature along ...
SOLDSOLD Antique Miniature Book 1850 The Flower Vase Language of Flowers
Books:Miniature
This book was published in 1850 by Lowell : Joshua Merrill , Rochester N.Y. : G.W. Fisher....The Flowers Vase contains The Language of Flowers and their Poetic Sentiments by Miss S.C. Egarton. It is a hard cover book that has the beautiful frontispiece intact, with the protective tissue page opposite intact. One the inside cover, hand written in very dip ink, Antoinette DuBois June 1st, 1857...The book is 4 1/2 inches tall, 3 inches wide. Gilt edge pages. 157 pages. It's a beautiful book to ...
SOLDSOLD Antique Book Original 1885 Edition * Lenore * by Poe Flowers Cover
Books:Poetry
This book was published in 1885. It is a hard cover cloth covered boards book with the original paste down flowers decoration. The book is 9 inches x 7 inches. Not only is the cover beautiful, but, each page inside is beautiful too. Illustrations by Hy Sandham R.C.A.. The title page lists H M Cadwell Co as the publishes...next page lists Copyright by Wentworth 1885. There is a break to the page at the spine between the introduction page and the copyright page...other than that, the inside is in ...
SOLDSOLD Antique 1885 Memory Album Engraved Gilt Edge Pages Wisconsin
Books:Antique
This album only has a few pages written in it. Most are " Remember Me " with a name under it. But the best page is near the center. It reads, " Your only M E Todd Columbia Wisconsin 1885...also reads in small writing at the edge of the page " what did you get mad about " don't loose your hat "...and another line..." Give me that photo "....I would venture to say, it is love...and perhaps they sat side by side , he would write in the book, pass it to her to read..then write the second line, and ...
SOLDSOLD Beautiful Antique Pink Roses Yellow Roses Christmas Poem Booklet
Books:Poetry
Here's a beautiful booklet from my paper collections cabinet. Besides having a beautiful cover of embossed roses, it is also a Christmas Poem by W.H. Seal called By Flowery Paths...published by the Art Lithograph Publishing Co. 8 pages plus the back cover, this dear book is 5 inches x 4 inches...The cover is clean and held intact by the original pink ribbon. 2 pages have a brown spot on top...my guess is this was caused by a pressed flower...I find pressed flowers in little books like this often ...| Items 1 - 29 of 29 | Page 1 of 1 |
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