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U.S. Treasury Department ''Specimens'' Leatherbound
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Description
U.S. Treasury Department ''Specimens: Vignettes and Portraits'' Leatherbound Book 9.5''x8.5''. Published by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Washington Circa 1880's. Includes 141 engraved plates of proof portraits and vignettes the bureau used on currency, government bonds, and other printing. Brown Moroccan cover with gilt raised decoration. Book is inscribed in ink by Charles Edward Coon (1842-1920, Fifth Lieutenant Governor of Washington) ''Mrs. Addie E. Muser, Compliments of Hon. Chas. E. Coon, Asst. Secty. of Treasury U.S., June 30th 1885'', inside front cover. Some minor surface wear to cover. Overall excellent condition.