(JEWISH CHRONICLE). Sepher Zikaron-The Jewish Chronicle (New Series) and Working Man’s Friend

AUCTION 42 | Thursday, December 18th, 2008 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Hebrew Printed Books, Manuscripts, Graphic & Ceremonial Art

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Lot 57
(ANGLO-JUDAICA)

(JEWISH CHRONICLE). Sepher Zikaron-The Jewish Chronicle (New Series) and Working Man’s Friend

Two volumes. Comprising, First volume: VOL. 1 No. 1 (18th Oct. 1844) - No. 28 (6th Oct. 1845). Second volume: VOL. 1 Nos. 1 (18th Oct. 1844) - No. 28 (6th Oct. 1845), lacking Supplement to no. 2 and nos. 9 and 17. * VOL. II Nos. 1 - No.25. * VOL. III Nos. 1 - 12, 17 - 20, 27 -8. * VOL. IV Nos. 2-3, 11-12, 14-16. * VOL. VI Nos. 28-9, 31-7, 40, 43-5 and 47 Second bound volume uncut. Modern and contemporary boards, slip-case. Sm. folio

London: v.d.

Est: $2,000 - $3,000
The London Jewish Chronicle is the oldest Jewish periodical in existance. It first appeared in November 1841 until publication was suspended six months later. Publication was resumed (initially as a fortnightly) in October 1844 and has continued ever since