Lot 195 - "The American Fruit Book" Antique Agricultural Reference Book By S. W. Cole, Illustrated With Engravings Of Fruits, Trees, Insects, Grafting, Budding, And Training, Published By John P. Jewett, Boston, 1849, Note Missing Back Cover 1385 The hat adds another 3"

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It is in good condition but does have some chipping - please see photos for details

" It is in good condition with little to no rust and original black enamel paint

Condition: Good with signs of age and patina

and natural stone inclusions consistent with age and handling

Lot 195 - "The American Fruit Book" Antique Agricultural Reference Book By S. W. Cole, Illustrated With Engravings Of Fruits, Trees, Insects, Grafting, Budding, And Training, Published By John P. Jewett, Boston, 1849, Note Missing Back Cover 1385 The hat adds another 3"An early American agricultural guide providing detailed directions for raising, propagating, and managing fruit trees, shrubs, and plants. Illustrated with numerous engraved figures depicting fruits, trees, insects, and horticultural techniques. Published by John P. Jewett, Boston, 1849. Missing back cover. Front cover and spine show heavy wear and tear to the leather, including large losses at the top and bottom of the spine. Foxing throughout.