Lot 628
Two Highly Desirable Early Newspapers. The London Gazette, 1666. Originally named the Oxford Gazette, the London Gazette is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world. Full of news from across the globe, as well as London itself. In a plastic holder, minor toning, rough left edge. The issue offered here, dated "From Monday, June 18, to Thursday June 21, 1666", is one of the highly desirable Plague numbers -- a listing at the end of the issue numbers the dead. "The Account of the Weeks Bill runs thus The Total 179 Of the Plague 23. Deceased in all 18 Deceased of the Plague 8."
Boston Chronicle Supplement, 1769. Published from December 21, 1767 until June 25, 1770, the Boston Chronicle is one of the most sought after Colonial-Era newspapers. Published in one of the Colonies intellectual and mercantile hubs, the Chronicle catered to some of the most learned members of society.
The issue offered here, published Monday, October 9, 1769, Volume II, Number 41, reports on news from Naples, Vienna, an argument involving Lord Shelburne, and "Intelligence Extraordinary" from London. In a sealed plastic holder, one spot, minor toning, almost fine. There are only 10 listings for this imprint, primarily held in library collections.
Estimated Value $125-UP.
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