{"product_id":"antique-new-testament-bible-book-of-common-prayer-brass-clasp-leather-binding-ref-x761","title":"Antique New Testament Bible \u0026 Book of Common Prayer Brass Clasp Leather Binding - Ref x761","description":"A beautiful antique New Testament Bible and Book of Common Prayer in a highly decorative binding with substantial brass fittings.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe volume contains the Book of Common Prayer according to the use of the Church of England, together with the Psalter or Psalms of David, followed by the New Testament of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePrinted in London by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode, Printers to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhat makes this example particularly striking is its binding. The dark brown cover is protected by large polished brass corner pieces and fitted with an unusual brass fastening mechanism. The book also features attractive marbled endpapers and richly coloured page edges, giving it considerable Victorian character.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDetails:\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e* Antique Book of Common Prayer\u003cbr\u003e* New Testament Bible\n* Psalter \/ Psalms of David\n* Church of England\n* George E. Eyre \u0026amp; William Spottiswoode\n* Printers to the Queen\n* Decorative brass corner fittings\n* Brass fastening\n* Marbled endpapers\n* Coloured page edges\n* Approx. 13 cm high × 8.5 cm wide × 3.5 cm deep\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book displays age-related wear, marks and toning consistent with an antique volume. The brass fittings show natural surface wear and patination. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFor Etsy, I would position this as a premium decorative Victorian religious book rather than an ordinary prayer book. The binding is what makes this one stand out.","brand":"My Vintage Bibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59350967419205,"sku":"yBYwJXAmWI","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3023\/4181\/files\/6aa83c08af2f10db068fbf67.png?v=1789416915","url":"https:\/\/myvintagebibles.com\/products\/antique-new-testament-bible-book-of-common-prayer-brass-clasp-leather-binding-ref-x761","provider":"My Vintage Bibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}