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John D. Rockefeller

The Standard Oil founder presents a two-volume set to Colgate Hoyt

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The Standard Oil founder presents a two-volume set to Colgate Hoyt

Signed book: The History of the Baptists, Volumes I and II. Limited edition of 1000 copies (this being No. 10). NY: Bryan, Taylor and Co., 1887. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11.5, 978 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second free end page of volume I, to American businessman “Colgate Hoyt, Esq. Compliments of Jno. D. Rockefeller March /88.” Scattered light foxing and rippling to signed page, otherwise fine condition. Hoyt was a director of the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company, and one of the founders of Everett, Washington. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #421 - Ended January 15, 2014





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