05-31-201405-31-2014
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2730BBoston
May 31, 2014 11:00 AMCalender
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The Analectic Magazine , Volume IV.

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$308$250
Auction: Books & Manuscripts - 2730BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 31, 2014 11:00AM

Description:

The Analectic Magazine, Volume IV. Philadelphia: Moses Thomas, 1814.
Octavo, containing the first publication in book form of the lyrics to the "Star Spangled Banner" by Francis Scott Key, but printed anonymously, entitled, in this first appearance, "Defence of Fort McHenry," frontispiece torn, last few leaves torn away, with loss, leaves containing the "Star Spangled Banner" present and intact, intermittent foxing throughout, binding worn.
Estimate $500-700


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Keywords

The Analectic Magazine, Moses Thomas, Philadelphia, Francis Scott Key