Offered are 2, extremely rare, New Haven, Connecticut, patrolman's record books dated 1897 and 1898. Each book is filled with individually-dated, hand-written entries documenting a day in the life of the late 19th century, city policeman.

These record books were considered official documents and were required record-keeping for every patrolman to be completed after each tour of duty and once completed for the day, were kept under secure watch by the officer in charge at the police station.

The record books were completed by Patrolman William J. Welch during November 1897 and by Patrolman George Taylor during March 1898.

Condition: the books have separated from their hard-bound covers with some loose pages, although all pages appear to be present. Entries are hand-written in pencil and are quite readable.

Fascinating and unique historical artifacts!

Professionally framed in an intricate, antique-look, gold gilt molding with museum quality, acid-free mat and mounting materials, this 1840, hand-colored map of Germany, Switzerland, and Northern Italy will be well-preserved for many, many years to come!

Photography was a challenge in an attempt to avoid flash reflections. As such, please note that the rich coloring- violet, yellow, green and gray- is even throughout the map.

All print and map detailing is clean and easily read. Some minimal foxing and age staining to map do not detract from the visual appeal of this piece. Framed map measures 12 3/4" wide x 15 1/2" long.

Also offered separately are 2 unframed 1886 maps of ASIA and CHINA, respectively (photos of each also seen here.)

Offered is a lovely, double, gutta-percha photograph case holding two early 19th century tin types of two different women, as well as a teeny, uncased, tin type of a third woman.

The double gutta-percha case measures 2.5 inches wide x 3 inches long x .75 inches deep when closed, and 5 inches wide when opened. The case appears to be in excellent condition!

The two cased tin types are each further framed within different press-molded, thin, ornate, brass frame and behind a little pane of glass. Each tin type is labeled with the name of the woman: the bonneted woman is Sarah Lavinia Piquet, and the long-haired woman is Maria Rogere.

Mid-19th century age is an approximation based on clothing style as well as decorative art in photo and style of double case.

Condition of tin types is excellent- **ANY white marks seen in photographs are caused by light reflection and are NOT damage.**

The third tin type is of an unnamed woman; it is quite tiny, measuring 6/8 of an inch wide x 1 inch long.

Turn back the clock 70 or more years and imagine what similar, vintage placards looked like tacked upon residential or other public buildings! Rather obtrusive but necessary! Flash forward to the present - today, there are specialized signs, news reports, masks and hospital rooms designed to quarantine the afflicted.

Offered is the sign with the 4 horizontal lines (the more plain sign is sold).

This sign is unused stock from the 1930 - 1940s era, and except for a few edge crimps, is in excellent condition. It measures 14"L x 12"H and is printed on a heavy, bright orange-colored stock. Please note that the colors are even throughout-- the flash has caused the appearance of uneven coloration. Perfect for framing!

This complete, 204 page, 1886 atlas is packed with wonderful hand-colored maps of the United States, each individual state, and the countries and continents of the world including two pages devoted to the principal cities of the world. Additionally, this teaching tool provides an interesting history of the political parties of the United States from 1607-1886, a chronological outline of American history from 986 to 1885, an illustration of the seals of each state, population charts, important inventions, an alphabetical list of the towns and counties of each state and many more examples of fascinating and obscure US historical trivia!

The hardbound text measures 14" L x 12" W. The cloth covers are faded with worn edges. The back cover remains bound to the spine. The front cover has become unbound from the book spine but remains loosely attached to the book via its cloth binding. The pages have light unobtrusive foxing while the hand-coloring remains unchanged by time. The majority of the maps and images measure 9.5" x 12" at the decorative borders. There are a handful of larger maps measuring 12" x 16" at their borders, i.e. Texas, Pennsylvania, California, USA, and South America (a bit smaller).

Published by Donahue and Henneberry, Printers and Binders, Chicago, March 1886.

A fabulous historical reference text and atlas that provides a perspective on the United States and the world in 1886. The maps and images are suitable for framing if desired, but this historical text begs to remain intact!

Offered for sale is a rare grocery and sundries ledger from the French Brothers Grocers of Hartford, Connecticut. Dated 1881-1882 and packed from front to back with hand-written entries noting the popular food products and sundries of the day. Most of entries include the customer's name, the items purchased, and cost.

The leather bound ledger is worn on the exterior, has a good spine and measures 14 inches high x 6 inches wide. This text was purchased at a local estate sale and the owner stated that it came from the French Brothers Grocers.

Names noted in the ledger include "G. B. Hubbell, Ed Swift, F.W. Barrows, E.F. Burnham, H. Williams, Silas Chapman, J.P. Brainard, Mrs. Fitch, J. Hale, and 100's more!

A neat piece of Connecticut history!

Measuring 22 inches wide x 13.5 inches high, this highly-detailed, hand-colored, 1886 map of ASIA comes from the People's Family Atlas, George F. Cram, Engraver and publisher, Chicago, Illinois. A sampling of the countries shown are: China, Russia, Mongolia, Siam, India, Persia, Arabia, Turkey, Anam (Vietnam), Tibet, Burma, Niphon (Nippon or Japan), Corea (Korea). Featured are close-up detail boxes of Canton, Delhi, and Jerusalem.

Mounted on a museum-quality, acid-free, foam core backing (which can be used as the backing when the piece is later framed), and protectively encased in shrink-wrap until ready to be framed, this map remains in superb condition-- no rips, tears, foxing or other discoloration. All print and map detailing is very sharp and easily read. Please note that any white marks seen in photos are due to light reflection off of the shrink-wrap and do not represent a condition problem.

A fascinating look back into historical 19th century Asian geography!

Also offered and priced and listed separately are an 1886 unframed China map and an 1840 framed map of Europe (also pictured here--see more detailed photos in individual listings).

Framed in an intricate black tone molding with museum quality, acid-free mat and mounting materials, this Circa 1915, pastel-colored, McCall's Magazine Fashion print will be well-preserved for many, many years to come.

This carefree print features a Mother playing the piano as her young children dance and older siblings look on.

Photography was a challenge in an attempt to avoid flash reflections. As such, please note that the subtle coloring- grays, pinks, greens, blues, and yellows- are even throughout the print, with crisp, clear detailing. Any distortion seen in pics is entirely due to photography challenges only!

Framed piece measures 10 1/2" x 13 1/2". Very fine condition, professionally framed, ready to hang!!

Measuring 22 inches wide x 13.5 inches high, this highly-detailed, hand-colored, 1886 map of China comes from the People's Family Atlas, George F. Cram, Engraver and publisher, Chicago, Illinois.

Mounted on a museum-quality, acid-free, foam core backing (which can be used as the backing when the piece is later framed), and protectively encased in shrink-wrap until ready to be framed, this map remains in superb condition-- no rips, tears, foxing or other discoloration. All print and map detailing is very sharp and easily read. Great coloration as well! Please note that any white marks seen in photos are due to light reflection off of the shrink-wrap and do not represent a condition problem.

A fascinating look back into historical 19th century China geography!

Also offered and price and listed separately are an 1886 unframed Asia map and an 1840 framed map of Europe (Also pictured here. More detailed photos of each may be seen in individual listings).