guillim-john-i-a-display-of-heraldry-i
Lot 329
Guillim, John. A Display of Heraldry
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
(London: R. & J. Bonwicke, R. Wilkin, J. Walthoe, Tho. Ward, 1724), 6th edition, "Improv'd with large Additions of many hundred Coats of Arms, under their respective Bearings, with good Authorities from the Ashmolean Library, Sir George Mackenzie, &c. With his Tract of Presidency, containing all his Rules, Observations, Arguments, and chief Instances," folio (15.5 x 10 in.), period calf, the spine with red morocco title plate, gilt embellishments, six raised bands, numerous engravings throughout covering all aspects of heraldry, with an "Alphabetical Table" of family names and their locales.

Much expanded from previous editions extending back into the 17th century

Sound binding with largely smooth, glossy boards and intact gilt; a few light scuffs and stains, the edges with some shelf wear; internally clean; carries a 20th century library plate plus a dealer's pencil notes; overall very good or better.

$200 - 400