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Lot 18
Set of books on Geology and 16 mm film.
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
Set of 5 books on geology of the American southwest, 19th and 20th century.
Books include: CHITTENDEN, Hiram, The Yellowstone (1895, first edition AND 1912, seventh edition), DELLENBAUGH, Frederick, A Canyon Voyage (1908, first edition); POWELL, J. W., Report on the Lands of the Arid Region of the United States (1879); POWELL, J.W., Third Annual Report of the United States Geological Survey, 1881-'82 (1883).
Largest volume is H: 11 5/8 x W: 8 1/4 x D: 2 1/4 in.
Condition
Poor to fair. POWELL 1883 report is in poor condition, with scuffed, bumped, and stained covers, corners, and spine. Toning throughout each book. POWELL 1879 three maps are in fair condition, with slight toning.
**Withdrawn: 16 mm film reel titled "Canyonlands" (1937), Film of the US Geological Expedition with Drs. Ian Campbell and John H. Maxson, California Institute of Technology.**
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.
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