The State Arms of the Union: Engravings by L Prang
Manufacturer: L. Prang & Co.
Location: Boston, MA
Date: 1876
Pages: 10 (printed on single side)
Subject Matter: Printers Cut Book, State Arms
A printers cut book of the States' Coat of Arms. Each page has six coat of arms on it, engraved and gilded. The book was prepared with the assistance of Mr. H Mitchell, a heraldic designer and seal engraver in Boston. The original thirteen states seals were taken directly from paintings found in Independence Hall in Philadelphia, PA.
The covers show moderate edge wear, along with toning and soiling. The top edge of the front cover is slightly bent and there is a small stain on the back cover. The first three pages are detached There is some staining on the backs of each page due to the deterioration of the ink used in the printing of the book. General toning and soiling throughout. 10 3/4" x 7"
Price: $325.00
Item #230068