Condition (used): fair for age (see below) - some edge/corner wear, general wear, discolouration and grubbiness to the cover and external spine, a small ink sum and ink name to flyleaf "JS Collins 1819",the internal binding is intact but is slightly loose, general marks commensurate with age and use - the pages are generally fair with light tanning and some occasional light foxing throughout.
Identifying marks or labels etc: "Valentine & Sons limited Dundee Edinburgh London And Dublin".
Other information: hardback without dust jacket - "Burns' Poems With Illustrations" - very interesting and rare old book with great period b/w illustrations and photographs - may be of some interest to a collector.
Approximate dimensions: 12.5cm (length).
Approximate weight: 150g.
Price £20.
Approximate Condition Descriptors:
Poor: May have many faults, blemishes and defects. Suitable for spares or restoration.
Fair: May have a few faults, blemishes and defects but generally sound.
Good: May have a few very minor blemishes.
Very Good: Generally in good condition with only a few very minor signs of wear.
Excellent: Near mint to mint condition.
