As follows: "A Diary Commenced by James M. Stem, June 10th 1848 At Easton, Tenn.," running through April 30, 1849, small folio, full calf with gilt personalized title plate on the spine, penned by a churchman and "Son of Temperance" (Overall clean, in good condition); Ledger for "Jonathan Rose (?) & Son," 1839, n.p., gives typical general store entries, however also has numerous sample cloth swatches within. Narrow folio, three quarter calf over marbled boards. (Exterior quite worn, fair condition).

Ledger 16 x 6.25 in.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.