The Canada 150 Auction

June 27, 2017

LOT 558

Lot 558

Catharine Parr Traill

Catharine Parr Traill
Lot 558 Details
Catharine Parr Traill

THE CANADIAN SETTLER’S GUIDE

12mo., green tooled cloth boards, with large pull-out map of Upper and Lower Canada, Edward Stanford, 6 Charing Cross, London, 1860

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $528
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Rebound using original cloth spine and boards. Water damage to front board, stain to front end papers. Library bookplates.

LOT 558
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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