Hamilton, New York Convention Speeches, 1788
Hamilton, New York Convention Speeches, 1788
Alexander Hamilton (American, 1757-1804). "The Debates and Proceedings of the Convention of the State of New York, Assembled at Poughkeepsie, on the 17th June,1788, to Deliberate and Decide on the Form of Federal Government Recommended by the General Convention at Philadelphia", New York: Francis Childs, 1788, 12mo. This volume contains the first appearances of Hamilton's speeches in defense of the constitution at the New York convention. Original printers wrapper on period laid paper.
Approximate dimensions: 8 1/4 x 4 7/8 x 5/8 in. (21 x 12.4 x 1.6 cm.)
Provenance: Private Collection, Marietta, GA.References: Evans 21310; Sabin 53634.
Condition
Appears unread, with minimal wear to the deckled edges. The wrapper shows some loss to the front and rear, along with a stain on the front from a previous tape repair; the tape is now absent, leaving slight ghosting on the opposing first page. It is the buyer's responsibility to examine each lot in advance of bidding so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, age, description, etc. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot by emailing info@AandOauctions.comPlease refer to our Terms & Conditions of Sale for full details on our condition report policy.
Hamilton, New York Convention Speeches, 1788
Alexander Hamilton (American, 1757-1804). "The Debates and Proceedings of the Convention of the State of New York, Assembled at Poughkeepsie, on the 17th June,1788, to Deliberate and Decide on the Form of Federal Government Recommended by the General Convention at Philadelphia", New York: Francis Childs, 1788, 12mo. This volume contains the first appearances of Hamilton's speeches in defense of the constitution at the New York convention. Original printers wrapper on period laid paper.
Approximate dimensions: 8 1/4 x 4 7/8 x 5/8 in. (21 x 12.4 x 1.6 cm.)
Provenance: Private Collection, Marietta, GA.References: Evans 21310; Sabin 53634.
Condition
Appears unread, with minimal wear to the deckled edges. The wrapper shows some loss to the front and rear, along with a stain on the front from a previous tape repair; the tape is now absent, leaving slight ghosting on the opposing first page. It is the buyer's responsibility to examine each lot in advance of bidding so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, age, description, etc. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot by emailing info@AandOauctions.comPlease refer to our Terms & Conditions of Sale for full details on our condition report policy.
