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Scarce- German-English dictionary (1896) published by David Bryce & Son in Glasgow

Scarce- German-English dictionary (1896) published by David Bryce & Son in Glasgow

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This miniature German-English dictionary published by David Bryce & Son in Glasgow in 1896. These tiny dictionaries were popular collectibles in the late 19th century, reflecting both advances in printing technology and a craze for novelty miniature books. Bryce produced a series of such dictionaries, encased in metal lockets with magnifying lenses. This dictionary was designed for practical use & portability, but today are prized primarily as historical curiosities & rare collectibles.

This beautifully well-preserved copy has its original metal case & magnifier intact, it is a highly collectible miniature rare lexicographical book, a Victorian-era curio.

in 1896. These tiny dictionaries were popular collectibles in the late 19th century, reflecting both advances in printing technology and a craze for novelty miniature books. Bryce produced a series of such dictionaries, encased in metal lockets with magnifying lenses. This dictionary was designed for practical use & portability, but today are prized primarily as historical curiosities & rare collectibles.

This beautifully well-preserved copy has its original metal case & magnifier intact, it is a highly collectible miniature rare lexicographical book, a Victorian-era curio.

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