CHURCH SERVICES,

Containing,


THE FORM OF MORNING PRAYER,

According to the use of the United Church of England and Ireland; together with the Psalms of David.

To which are added, the first lessons as they are appointed to be said every morning in the year.

Arranged by the late Honourable Charlotte Grimston.

Volume one.


&


THE FORM OF EVENING PRAYER,

According to the use of the United Church of England and Ireland; together with the Psalms of David.

To which are added, the first lessons to be read on Sundays, and the second lessons as they are appointed to be said every evening in the year.

Arranged by the late Honourable Charlotte Grimston.

Volume two.


Printed 1850 by T. Combe, printer to the Oxford University Press, for J. Hatchard and Son, Piccadilly.


This arrangement of The Book of Common Prayer and Lessons, by the Honourable Charlotte Grimston, is dedicated by permission to Her Most Gracious Majesty Queen Victoria, by Her Majesty’s most obedient, humble, and devoted servants and subjects, John Hatchard and Son.


Each book measures approximately 11cm x 17cm, with volume one being slightly thicker.


Both books sit comfortably in an original leather case, with fold down front panel, and lid with clasped flap. The locking mechanism unfortunately not working. The box measures 12.5cm x 17.5cm, 8.5cm high.


Please check all photographs for a good understanding of the condition and contents.


A good quality edition produced 172 years ago. Each book is bound in black leather, with brass edging and working clasps. The leather covers are in good condition, little wear. Some very light surface scratches, and a little rubbing and at the top and bottom of the spines. Gilded titles on spines a little faded. Brass edging and clasps in good condition, a little discoloured in parts from an aged patina common with brass. Both clasps in full working order. Page edges gold gilded, a little dulled and scratched. Both books contain ribbon markers, looking a bit straggly.

The inside front and back covers are plain white, a little yellowed with age. Top edge stamped with ‘Hatchard & Son’, bottom edge stamped with ‘Bound by Hayday’. Previous owner ink inscriptions at the beginning of both books.


Both text blocks in good condition, no highlighting, notes or inscriptions. Pages have yellowed a little with age. Contents appears complete and relatively unused.


The leather box remains functional, although the clasp no longer locks in place. Some surface wear and light cracking of hinge leather. Padded interior a little discoloured and worn in parts.


Overall this set remains in good reading condition, an attractive quality binding in its day, with as described signs of age, use and wear.


If you require any further information then please don't hesitate to ask. Please study all photos as these give the best indication of condition. Additional photos available upon request.