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RAYMOND, Howard. Cyclopedia of Mechanical Engineering.
Lot 201

RAYMOND, Howard. Cyclopedia of Mechanical Engineering.

Estimate: $80 - $120
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RAYMOND, Howard (1872-1943). Cyclopedia of Mechanical Engineering; A General Reference Work.
Publisher: American Technical Society, Chicago. 1908.

4 volumes. Includes volumes 4, 5, 6, 7. 8vo. Quarter-bound red leather with red cloth boards. Gilt spine and title. Marbled edges.

Each volume is approximately 400 pp., with illustrations.

Each volume is H: 9 3/4 x W: 7 x D: 1 3/4 in.

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Poor. Water damaged to front and back boards, Significant bumping of corners, scuffs and rubbing of covers, corners, and spine. Tails of spines with significant losses. Lacking volumes 1, 2, and 3. Water damage to top edges. Spine of vol. 5 with significant tear.

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