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1849 Holy Bible – American Bible Society – King James Version – Original Leather Binding with Handwritten Family Record
Offered is an authentic antique Holy Bible published in 1849 by the American Bible Society in New York. This King James Version (Authorized Version) is bound in its original leather binding with raised spine bands and remains a remarkable historical artifact dating back over 175 years.
One of the most desirable features of this Bible is its original handwritten family record pages, documenting multiple generations of the Wilson and Brockway families. The records include:
* Nathaniel Wilson (born March 9, 1808)
* Betsy Brockway (born June 18, 1811)
* Marriage recorded February 22, 1829
* Family births from 1830 through 1853
* Death records spanning from 1830 into the twentieth century, including later family entries
These original genealogical records remain with the Bible and have not been removed, making it an excellent piece for collectors, historians, or descendants researching these family names.
Features
* Published in 1849
* American Bible Society, New York
* King James Version (Authorized Version)
* Original leather binding with raised spine bands
* Complete Old and New Testaments
* Includes original tables and reference pages
* Original handwritten Family Record (Births, Marriages, and Deaths)
* Approximately 7½” x 5”
Condition
This Bible is over 175 years old and is being sold in its original antique condition.
* Rear cover detached
* Front cover loose
* Heavy wear to the leather binding
* Foxing and age-related staining throughout
* Text block remains solid and complete
* Family record pages are present with original handwritten entries
* Pages remain readable with expected age-related wear
* Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.
A wonderful original mid-19th century American Bible with documented family history, ideal for antique book collectors, genealogists, historical researchers, restoration projects, or display.
