Rare Antique 1884 Catholic Family Bible Haydock Douay Rheims . Very good cond. For Sale

This is a rare antique Catholic Family Bible published in 1884 by The American Wringer Co, New York. Gold leaf leather binding and page ends. 2 brass clasps withcut out of Cross. 12 3/4\" x 10 1/2\" x 4 1/2\". Over 1800 pages and weighs over 13 lbs. The family portrait pages in the back have not been used.This Holy Bible includes the Entire Canonical Scriptures translated from The Latin Vulgar by Douay and Rheims with Useful Notes by Haydock and Husenbeth. Plus an Illustrated and Comphrensive Dictionary. It also has an Approbation (endorsement) by Archbishop of New York Cardinal McCloskey dated December 21, 1883.The book is beautifully illustrated with numerous full color and black white steel plate engravings and color maps of the Holy Land, including Jesus\' journeys and color Stations of the Cross.It is in overall good condition for its age. Minor repairs have been made to the binding and it is now strong, secure, intact and looks good. (see photos). The cover shows a little wear on corners and one of the first pages has been repaired. The interior pages are in great shape and the color illustrations have brilliant crisp colors. Truly amazing printing quality for 132 years ago.I have many other photos I can send and I will take pictures of any part of this magnificent Bible that you want to see more of.Free shipping via USPS Media Mail with signed receipt to all 50 States. International shipping through \'s Global Shipping Program. Thank you for looking.

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