Epilonian Books

Rare, out-of-print & unusual books · Since 1997

Catalog notes

Description

Bowers and Merena Inc., Wolfeboro, NH. Published date: 1986. Hardcover, 232 pp plus 4 unnumbered pp of plates; 28 cm. Illustrated throughout with black and white illustrations and 3 color plates.

Condition & notes

In very good condition. Brown leatherette boards with gilt lettering show light surface scuffing and mild edge wear. Binding sound. Inside rear pastedown shows areas of paper loss and surface abrasion from removal of an adhered item, with no text loss. Otherwise, interior pages clean and unmarked. Auction catalog documenting the Harry "Parkyakarkus" Einstein Collection and other consignments, offered at mail bid and public auction in New York City, June 23-25, 1986. Includes introductory essays on Einstein and extensive illustrated lot descriptions of rare United States and world coins, including gold dollars, silver dollars, Indian Head issues, and notable numismatic rarities such as the 1804 Silver Dollar. All illustrations are of the actual items offered for sale.