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Miniature books.- The Koran, [late ninetheenth-early twentieth century].

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Miniature books.- The Koran, [late ninetheenth-early twentieth century].

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Miniature books.- The Koran, original red and gilt paper wrappers, housed in decorative metal case with small magnifying glass to upper cover, rubbed and worn, small loop to top edge, 27 x 19 mm, [late ninetheenth-early twentieth century].

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Miniature books.- The Koran, [late ninetheenth-early twentieth century].

Name: Miniature books.- The Koran, [late ninetheenth-early twentieth century].
SKU: 124125823
Price: 440 GBP
Availability: InStock

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