#18thcenturysequins

[bbrarebooks]

An 18th century almanac for women, both covers with silk medallions embroidered with metallic thread and sequins, different colors and designs on each side... #18thcenturysequins #rarebooks #finebinding #nyabf2019 (at New York International Antiquarian Book Fair) https://www.instagram.com/p/Buysxfog2Xh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=34722htilqwt

[bbrarebooks]

...almanac with a vanity mirror bound in at the front... in the rear is a place to record your gambling wins and losses, with a pocket for your money or valuables! It’s the most unique thing I’ve ever seen. #18thcenturysequins #rarebooks #finebinding #nyabf2019 #iseeme (at New York International Antiquarian Book Fair) https://www.instagram.com/p/Buy_fWegrer/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=x6e3ksuulmlz