History of Holyrood: With Descriptive Guide and Catalogue of Portraits and Paintings
Published by Edinburgh: Published by the Author / Chapel-Royal
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Seller: Legacy Books and Antiquities, St Simons Island, GA, U.S.A.Legacy Books and Antiquities
AbeBooks seller since June 2, 2026
Condition: Used - Poor
£ 19.35
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Original edition of John Rankin's History of Holyrood: With Descriptive Guide and Catalogue of Portraits and Paintings, issued in printed wrappers. Illustrated with engraved views and portraits relating to Holyrood Palace and Abbey, Edinburgh. This copy retains an ownership inscription reading: "Frank M. Faure, Indianapolis, Ind., U.S.A., August 27, 1901." Also included is an inserted card bearing the Royal Arms and reading: "With Alex. Ferguson's Compliments." Condition is poor. Front wrapper detached and heavily worn. Spine largely perished with significant loss. Text block shaken with exposed binding and loose gatherings. Chipping, creasing, edge wear, and age toning throughout. Light foxing present. Despite condition issues, the volume remains substantially complete and retains its illustrations and historical content. An inexpensive working copy suitable for research, reference, or restoration.
Seller Inventory # ABE-1780524055400
Bibliographic details
- Title
- History of Holyrood: With Descriptive Guide and Catalogue of Portraits and Paintings
- Author
- Rankin, John (Keeper of the Chapel-Royal)
- Publisher
- Edinburgh: Published by the Author / Chapel-Royal
- Condition
- Poor
Legacy Books and Antiquities
St Simons Island, GA, U.S.A.
AbeBooks seller since June 2, 2026
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Legacy Books & Antiquities specializes in rare, collectible, and antiquarian books, maps, prints, manuscripts, ephemera, photographs, and historical objects. Our inventory spans the 18th through 20th centuries and includes Americana, maritime history, Southern history, literature, art, travel, exploration, and unique paper treasures. We strive to accurately describe each item and offer material that is interesting, scarce, and worthy of preservation.
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