Warner, Deborah Jean; Randall C. Brooks; M. Eugene Rudd; Steven C Turner (editors)

Rittenhouse : Journal of the American Scientific Instrument Enterprise [68 of 70 issues]

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY and MA: David & Yola Coffeen and Raymond V. Giordano 1986-2009. First Edition. A nearly complete run of the valued Rittenhouse journal (Volumes 1-23) comprising of 68 (of 70) issues. Lacking only Vol 19 (issues 61 and 62). Publisher's original printed wraps. Illustrated. Occasional soiling to the wrappers, generally near fine condition. Vol 1, #1 & 3, Vo, 12 #1 are dampstained. Vol 16 #2 has a marginal tear not affecting text. Otherwise copies are bright and clean.

Published from 1986 through 2009 by the Coffeen's and Ray Giordano, both dealers in scientific instruments. Edited by and with articles written by experts in the field. A useful and little known reference for this field.

Postage will be additional for this heavy set. Near Fine. Wraps. [29401]


This journal aims to increase and diffuse knowledge about scientific instruments made and/or sold in the US and the Americas. Through its 23 years of publication, the journal has covered areas including mathematical, optical and philosophical instruments, chemical, physical and electrical apparatus, sundials and globes; and time periods from the 17th to the mid-20th century. An electronic index to this journal and the topics covered are available online or by request.

PROVENANCE:
The reference library of collectors and dealers Anne and Don Wing of The Mechanick's Workbench.

Price: $500.00