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Lot 634

Ink and watercolor mathematics book by John Sill (

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for
$1,872
Sold Price includes BP

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Ink and watercolor mathematics book by John Sill (Monmouth, New Jersey, b. September 29, 1773), ca. 1800, containing numerous problems pertaining to astronomy, navigation, surveying, etc. with pictorial embellishments, corrected and revised by Joseph Page, Mathematician, 13" x 8".

Condition

Several small holes and losses to cover. Browning and staining to pages. As expected edge wear with tears and small losses. We recommend that books be viewed in person. Provenance: Huntingdon Valley, PA estate.