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KEY, FRANCIS SCOTT Poems of the Late Francis S. Key, Esq., Author of "The Star Spangled Banner."

Catalogue: Selections from the Private Collection of Barbara and Ira Lipman
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KEY, FRANCIS SCOTT Poems of the Late Francis S. Key, Esq., Author of "The Star Spangled Banner."

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Lot 73
KEY, FRANCIS SCOTT Poems of the Late Francis S. Key, Esq., Author of "The Star Spangled Banner."
New York: Robert Carter & Brothers, 1857. First edition and the first book edition of "The Star Spangled Banner." Original cloth, rebacked preserving the lower portion of the spine strip but replacing the upper portion with modern cloth and lettering. 6 3/4 x 4 1/4 inches (17 x 11 cm); 203, 12 pp. Loss to upper corner of final leaf of the ad catalogue at rear, rebacked as noted and the free endpapers renewed, foxing throughout.

The first book appearance of Francis Scott Key's "The Star Spangled Banner," written during the War of 1812 and previously only published in broadside form. This edition features an introductory letter by Chief Justice R.B. Taney. BAL 11093; Sabin 37669


C Private Collection of Barbara and Ira Lipman

Estimate: $500 - $800
Sold for $315 (includes buyer's premium)

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Estimate: $500 - $800
Sold for $315 (includes buyer's premium)
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Selections from the Private Collection of Barbara and Ira Lipman

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