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Lot #597
Peter M. Roget

The scarce lexicographer

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The scarce lexicographer

British physician and lexicographer (1779–1869) known for compiling his Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases. ALS signed “P. M. Roget,” one page, 4.5 x 7, March 31, 1838. In full: “I shall be very glad to take the two dozen of Port Wine you are so good as to let me have, & shall give directions to my servant to return the same number of bottles.” In very good to fine condition, with paper loss to the upper left corner, and strips of toning to top and bottom edges from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #477 - Ended June 15, 2016





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