(FRANKLIN INSTITUTE). JONES, Thomas P., editor.
The Franklin Journal, and American Mechanics' Magazine; devoted to the useful arts, internal improvements, and general science. Under the patronage of the Franklin Institute of the State of Pennsylvania. Vol 1, [3-6 and New Series Vols. 4-6]
Philadelphia: Jesper Harding for Judah Dobson [vol. 5 onwards by Harding for the Franklin Institute and Pishey Thompson in Washington City, G. &. C. Carvill in New York and Monroe & Francis in Boston,] 1826-1830.
8 vols., 8vo (210 × 130 mm.), engraved and wood-engraved plates of scientific and engineering innovations, some folding, numerous tables and illustrations to text. Some volumes slightly browned and spotted. All bound in contemporary half sheep. Rubbed and rather dry, 2 spines wanting morocco labels. Early bookplates of Walter Baker.
Eight early volumes (wanting vol. 2 in first series and first volume of new series). An important record of innovations in British and American science and engineering, including railroads, canals, steam-engines, arts and manufactures, with excellent illustrations, including several of the earliest steam engines in Britain and America.
£800.00
US$1590.32*
* Given as a guide only. Based on an exchange rate of £1 = US$1.987896 for the day 5 July 2008 but liable to fluctuate.
5 July 2008