1720 Rational ILLUSTRATION OF THE Book of COMMON PRAYER By CHARLES WHEATLY, M. A. – RARE
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Dimensions: 13 1/2 inches x approx. 9 inches x approx. 2 inches.
Shipping Weight: Approx. 5.2 pounds.
Title: A Rational I L L U S T R A T I O N OF THE Book of COMMON PRAYER
Format/binding: Hardback-Full Leather
Book condition: Used Antique – Good
Publisher: BETTESWORTH and C. RIVINGTON
Date Published: 1720
Size: Folio
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A Rational
I L L U S T R A T I O N
OF THE
Book of COMMON PRAYER,
AND
Administration of the SACRAMENTS,
AND OTHER
RITES and CEREMONIES
OF THE
C H U R C H,
According to the Use of the
Church of ENGLAND.
WHEREIN
LITURGIES in general are proved lawful and necessary,
and an Historical Account is given of our own: The several
TABLES, RULES, and KALENDAR are consider’d, and the
seeming Differences reconcil’d: All the RUBRICKS, PRAYERS,
RITES, and CEREMONIES are explained, and compared with
the LITURGIES of the Primitive Church: The Exact Method
and Harmony of every OFFICE is shew’d, and all the material
Alterations are observ’d, which have at any time been made since
the first Common-Prayer-Book of King Edward VI. with the par-
ticular Reasons that occasion’d them.
The Whole
Being the Substance of every thing material in all former RITUALISTS
COMMENTATORS or others, upon the same Subject; collected and reduc’d
into one continued and regular Method, and interspersed all along with
new Observations.
The THIRD EDITION, Much Enlarg’d and Improv’d
throughout (but especially as to the RUBRICKS) and now
Compleated.
By CHARLES WHEATLY, M. A.
Late Fellow of St. John Baptist’s College in Oxford.
L O N D O N,
Printed for A. BETTESWORTH in Paternoster-Row, W. and J. INNYS,
and C. RIVINGTON in St. Paul’s Church-Yard, MDCC.XX.
Dimensions: 13 1/2 inches x approx. 9 inches x approx. 2 inches. (Folio)
CONDITION: The book is soundly bound in re-spined contemporary full calf. The original leather has some wear. The pastedown is peeling a little, and has the bookplate of Kelham College Library. The frontispiece has some light staining. An owner has penciled a condition report on the endpaper “40 leaves slightly discolored. Small marginal worm holes 220 leaves. Slight marginal stains 21 leaves”, the book has not deteriorated since then. See all photos for condition.
Dimensions: 13 1/2 inches x approx. 9 inches x approx. 2 inches.
Shipping Weight: Approx. 5.2 pounds.
Title: A Rational ILLUSTRATION OF THE Book of COMMON PRAYER
Format/binding: Hardback-Full Leather
Book condition: Used Antique – Good
Publisher: BETTESWORTH and C. RIVINGTON
Date Published: 1720
Size: Folio
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1720 A Rational ILLUSTRATION OF THE Book of COMMON PRAYER
| Weight | 5.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15 × 10 × 8 in |
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| Grade | Short definition | Key signs to look for | Typical use / value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine (F) | Virtually as issued; near‑new for its age. | Tight, original binding; clean, unmarked pages; original leather or cloth intact; minimal shelf wear. | Collector quality; commands the highest premium. |
| Very Good (VG) | Light signs of use but well cared for. | Minor rubbing at edges; small scuffs; sound binding; complete text and plates/maps present. | Collectible; desirable but lower premium than Fine. |
| Good (G) | Clearly used; moderate wear and handling signs. | Fading or spine rubbing; light foxing or inscriptions; small tears; structurally sound. | Solid reading copy; modest market value. |
| Fair | Worn but generally complete text block. | Heavy wear to boards; loose hinges; missing endpapers or half‑title; soiling or repairs needed. | Low value; suitable for restoration or rebinding. |
| Poor / Reading Copy | Heavily damaged; often only the text remains usable. | Detached covers; missing pages; severe water/mold damage; heavy foxing or staining. | Reference or restoration only; minimal market value unless content is exceptionally rare. |
Note: Binding condition (original, rebacked, or binding copy) and presence of plates, maps, or family registers significantly affect value. Please look at all photos and read the entire description when evaluating a listing.
