Medical Lexicon
New York: Wm. Wood & Co., 1882.
Second Enlarged Edition. 280 [2] pp. Original black pebbled flexible leather wallet-style binding, spine titled in gilt, with integral wraparound flap and clasp device. All gilt edges. Heavy exterior rubbing and scuffing; spine ends and corners worn; clasp damaged with fraying and partial loss; spine lettering dulled but partly legible; internally appears clean and sound from the photos provided.
A compact late-19th-century portable medical reference issued for everyday professional use, here in its distinctive original vest-pocket format. An appealing miniature medical book with strong period character and tactile survival value, especially for collectors of medical antiques, miniature books, and unusual publisher’s bindings. Case 2.
Price: $250.00