1875 Antique Miniature Autograph Book Manchester NH Victorian Era Ephemera
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Antique 1875 Victorian Miniature Autograph Book – Manchester, NH Social History
Description:
Offered here is a charming, miniature Victorian-era autograph book, measuring approximately 2” tall by 4” wide. This delicate piece of social history dates to 1875 and offers a snapshot of life in Manchester, New Hampshire, during the post-Civil War era.
The book features a black embossed cover and is filled with beautiful, period-appropriate hand-written inscriptions from friends and acquaintances. Many entries are accompanied by delicate, colorful Victorian scrap paper embellishments—a quintessential hobby of the time.
Historical Significance:
Autograph books like this were highly popular in the 19th century as a way for individuals to maintain social bonds and preserve memories of friends and community members. The inscriptions in this volume are primarily from individuals in Manchester, N.H., dated around 1875. These books serve as excellent primary source documents for regional genealogy and local history, capturing the names and sentiments of residents from this specific community over 150 years ago.
Notable Inscriptions:
The book contains numerous personal entries from 1875, including:
Jennie Boyd (Manchester, N.H.)
Barbara V. Joy (May 25, 1875)
Grace Adell Mitchell
Anna J. Dana
Lizzie Colley (May 15, 1875)
Joseph L. Wiggin
Alice S. Piper
Condition:
The book shows age-appropriate wear consistent with its 150-year history, including minor rubbing to the spine and edges. The interior pages show some light toning and sporadic foxing, which is typical for paper items of this age. Please review the provided photos carefully for a complete assessment of the condition.
Key Features:
Dimensions: Approx. 2” x 4” (a highly collectible, miniature size).
Date: 1875.
Origin: Manchester, New Hampshire.
Content: Hand-written signatures with period-correct decorative Victorian scraps.
This is a wonderful addition for a collector of Victorian ephemera, New Hampshire local history, or antique paper goods.
$89.70
Sale price
$89.70
Regular price
1875 Antique Miniature Autograph Book Manchester NH Victorian Era Ephemera
$89.70
Sale price
$89.70
Regular price
Description:
Offered here is a charming, miniature Victorian-era autograph book, measuring approximately 2” tall by 4” wide. This delicate piece of social history dates to 1875 and offers a snapshot of life in Manchester, New Hampshire, during the post-Civil War era.
The book features a black embossed cover and is filled with beautiful, period-appropriate hand-written inscriptions from friends and acquaintances. Many entries are accompanied by delicate, colorful Victorian scrap paper embellishments—a quintessential hobby of the time.
Historical Significance:
Autograph books like this were highly popular in the 19th century as a way for individuals to maintain social bonds and preserve memories of friends and community members. The inscriptions in this volume are primarily from individuals in Manchester, N.H., dated around 1875. These books serve as excellent primary source documents for regional genealogy and local history, capturing the names and sentiments of residents from this specific community over 150 years ago.
Notable Inscriptions:
The book contains numerous personal entries from 1875, including:
Jennie Boyd (Manchester, N.H.)
Barbara V. Joy (May 25, 1875)
Grace Adell Mitchell
Anna J. Dana
Lizzie Colley (May 15, 1875)
Joseph L. Wiggin
Alice S. Piper
Condition:
The book shows age-appropriate wear consistent with its 150-year history, including minor rubbing to the spine and edges. The interior pages show some light toning and sporadic foxing, which is typical for paper items of this age. Please review the provided photos carefully for a complete assessment of the condition.
Key Features:
Dimensions: Approx. 2” x 4” (a highly collectible, miniature size).
Date: 1875.
Origin: Manchester, New Hampshire.
Content: Hand-written signatures with period-correct decorative Victorian scraps.
This is a wonderful addition for a collector of Victorian ephemera, New Hampshire local history, or antique paper goods.