Cochran Patrick R W Robert William (2 results)
More imagesPublished by David Douglas, Edinburgh, 1877
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. lxv+203 pages with frontispiece, tables and index. Quarto (11 1/2" x 9") bound in half leather with raised spine bands and lettering in gilt over marbled boards. First edition limited to 350 copies, of which this is number 265. Mining has been carried on in Scotland from a very early… period. Gold and silver have both been found at various periods and widely spread over the country. Archaeologists found native metal from prehistoric times. The first historical notice of gold was a grant by David I, to the Abbey of Dunfermline in 1153. Gilbert of Moravia discovered gold at Duriness in 1245. The Scottish Parliament granted the Crown in 1424 all the gold mines in Scotland and all silver mines in which three halfpennies of silver could be found out of a pound lead. During the reign of James IV the gold mines in Crawfurd Moor were first discovered. This work gathers all the pertinent documents which were available to the author and are presented here for future historians to have access. Condition: Some shelf wear, points rubbed else a very good copy.
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1892. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 246, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 246 246.
