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An Exceptionally Nice Set of the First Edition of Humphreys

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An Exceptionally Nice Set of the First Edition of Humphreys
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Humphreys, H. Noel. THE COIN COLLECTOR'S MANUAL, OR GUIDE TO THE NUMISMATIC STUDENT IN THE FORMATION OF A CABINET OF COINS… London, 1853. First edition. Two volumes. 12mo, contemporary matching tan half calf and marbled boards; spines with five raised bands, decorated in gilt; two leather spine labels, gilt; all page edges red. xxiv, 726 pages; 11 engraved plates of coins. Very near fine. An attractive and well-preserved set of the first edition of this important collectors' guide, the most popular of its era. The Humphreys Manual appeared in at least eight editions and was still in print at the turn of the 20th century. Manville 381.