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1898 THE HISTORY OF FREEMASONRY
Original Four-Volume Set
John C. Yorston Publishing Company – Philadelphia
Offered is an exceptionally attractive matching four-volume antique edition of The History of Freemasonry, published in 1898 by The John C. Yorston Publishing Company.
These are original Victorian-era bindings—not modern reprints—and retain their beautiful embossed cloth covers with exceptionally bright gilt decoration and lettering.
The books contain numerous engraved portraits and illustrations throughout, making them an outstanding addition to any collection of Masonic history or antiquarian books.IncludesVolume I
Volume II
Volume IIIVolume IV
Published:John C. Yorston Publishing CompanyPhiladelphia1898ConditionVolumes remain in essentially identical remarkably well-preserved condition for books over 125 years old.Original embossed publisher\'s cloth
Bright gilt lettering and decoration
Tissue pages covering picturesMatching set
Tight bindings
Pages clean and complete
Numerous engraved portrait plates
No missing pages noted
Minimal shelf wear
Light rubbing at corners consistent with age
Attractive page edges with rich original colorAI describes this set overall as Very GoodPlease examine all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.