1781 & 1782 Octavo Book Of Common Prayer & Psalms Printed by W. Jackson and and A. Hamilton , Oxford
$199.99
Contains: A Companion to the Altar; Prayers and Meditations; one page being a list :Books lately printed for T. Beecroft, at No. 23 Paternoster Row.
Dimensions: Approx. 3 3/4 inches x approx. 6 inches x approx. 1 3/8 inch thick.
Shipping Weight: Approx.4.5 pounds.
Title: The Book of Common Prayer
Format/binding: Leather binding-Five Raised Bands
Book condition: Used Antique – Good
Publisher: W. Jackson and A. Hamilton
Date Published: 1771 -1782
Size: Octavo
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In the video Above – Paul Tripp talking about the Book of Common Prayer.
The Book Of Common Prayer 1781 Leather Bound Book.
Oxford
Printed at the Clarendon Press,
By W. Jackson and and A. Pxxmilton, Printers to the University:
And sold by W. Davyson, at the Oxford Bible Warehouse,
Paternoster Row, London. 1781.
Antique leather-bound book with various parts and two title pages. Impressed gilt decoration to covers, raised bands and gilt decoration to spine. gilt trim to cover edges inside and out. Marbled endpapers. All edges gilt. Some decorative head and tail pieces. Most pages not numbered.
Condition: Good. Covers worn at top & tail spine and corners bumped & rubbed through. Lacks front marbled ep, starts with the title page for BCP as shown. Gilt edges much faded, mostly visible fore-edges. Pages missing: Articles of Religion ends partway through Article 34 & is followed page entitled The Preface, as shown – I think only a very few pages would be missing but, of course, I cannot be sure. A few pages a bit loose, but most pages intact and firmly held. Some page age-browned & worn, a few letters lost in a minority of cases. Offsetting to a minority of pages. The first rear ep (not the marbled one) has been half torn away leaving half of old old ink calligraphic signature. Little foxing. Pages age-toned. May have minor faults not specifically described. See all photos for condition.
Contains: A Companion to the Altar; Prayers and Meditations; one page being a list :Books lately printed for T. Beecroft, at No. 23 Paternoster Row.
Dimensions: Approx. 3 3/4 inches x approx. 6 inches x approx. 1 3/8 inch thick.
Shipping Weight: Approx.4.5 pounds.
Title: The Book of Common Prayer
Format/binding: Leather binding-Five Raised Bands
Book condition: Used Antique – Good
Publisher: W. Jackson and A. Hamilton
Date Published: 1771 -1782
Size: Octavo
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1781 Book Of Common Prayer
| Weight | 5.5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 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.
