American Bee Journal 1893 rare monthly magazine lot of 4 nice issues many ads

The American Bee Journal.

Publ. weekly Chicago, by George W. York, Co.1893.

19th century periodical devoted to bee keeping. Lot x 4 issues with covers and ads.

Text block paper is gently toned, internally still clean, well preserved, tight, sound, light old damp stains or spots, soft crease down each issue.  Rare periodical in any condition.

Complete as issued in original wrappers, spine lettering and paper mostly present with only minor splitting at ends.

Magazines display a pleasing and unique age patina and are in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. 

Measures c. 9 3/4”H x 6 1/4” W.

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