Antique A.J. Holman & Co. Combination Bible Prospectus Book from Philadelphia, circa late 19th century. This unique salesman's sample features a heavily embossed leather cover with ornate gilt detailing and deep recessed panels. The interior serves as a marketing tool for various editions of the Holy Bible, showcasing specimen pages of different typography, engravings by Doré, and binding styles including French Morocco and Arabesque. It includes examples of family record pages, marriage certificates, and various biblical aids. The book displays significant historical character with visible wear to the leather edges and spine, along with foxing and toning on the internal pages, making it a fascinating artifact of Victorian-era publishing and door-to-door sales history.

Measurements:
• Height: 12.5"
• Width: 10.5"

Antique Bible, AJ Holman, Prospectus Book, Salesman Sample, Victorian Leather, Religious History, Gilt Embossed, Rare Books, 19th Century, Philadelphia Publishing

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