The Holy Bible (Royal Presentation Copy 1937 Coronation)
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5R, Presentation copy inscribed by Princess Mary, scarce copy.
Description
The Holy Bible (Royal Presentation Copy, 1937 Coronation) is a special edition of the Bible published to commemorate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on May 12, 1937. This edition was presented as an official royal gift and is often distinguished by its high-quality craftsmanship, ornate binding, and regal insignia. It holds historical significance as a symbol of the religious and constitutional role of the monarchy, reflecting the deep connection between the British Crown and the Church of England.
Notes
Original red leather binding, gilt text block edges, gilt letters on spine. King George VI's gilt cypher on the front board. B&W frontispiece of Westminister Abbey, minor staining from a book insert to a couple of pages. 12 coloured maps at the end. In a red box with tears on edges.. Slight soiling to the box. A tight and clean copy. Contains the Old and New Testaments as well as the Apocrypha and appointed to be read in Churches. Fine condition.
