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I've had this for about 20 years now. I was a coin collector as a kid, and love old books/bibles too. Dated 1600's. I can't read the book heheh but every once in a while I can translate portions of it on line for entertainment purposes.
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I would like to know how to get another copy of this exact book for a friend if possible.