Description
A well-loved, very handsome leatherbound large copy of the Common Service Book of the Lutheran Church. The book has many endearing qualities, such as the gilted edges of the text block, the 4 colored fabric bookmarks bound to the spine, the loving dedication written in cursive pen on the front endpaper, and the beautiful printing of the text on each page. The book also contains a piece of loose plaid fabric. At the time of posting, I could not find any other copies of this edition online (current or past listings). Overall, the book is in Good condition: the text is in excellent condition for age, but there is notable cosmetic wear to the leather cover. Hinges and binding are sound and in good shape. Pages are lightly tanned. There are some very minor age-related blemishes on pages throughout (e.g., a small dark smudge mark, minor toning). The fabric bookmarks are firmly attached, but fraying at ends and age-worn. Otherwise, pages are clean, and clear of writing, markings, highlighting, etc. Leather cover is heavily rubbed along edges and corners, and exposed at corners. The areas of leather that are rubbed leave behind a brownish residue, along with the small pieces of leather than rub off, typical of these bindings. Gilted text on spine. Leather on front cover scratched in spots. Leather chipping along fore edges. Small rips at top and bottom of front spine joint, frayed.
Arsen Ablaev
The shipping was fast and affordable. The item was packaged with care. The item was as described, in fact I was pleasantly surprised at the condition. I feel like this was an excellent value.
Matt509a8bf1
The book looks better in person than in the description - a great value. Well packaged in minimal materials, and promptly shipped.
jhpprogrammer89
Shipped fast, safe packaging & book arrived in nice condition as described for a good price. Perfect eBay order. Thank you!