Manuscripts
manuscripts — pre-owned
Browse 74 manuscripts — pre-owned on eBay — listings updated every few minutes. All items are pre-owned and sold by eBay sellers directly.

BEATLES 7" PICTURE DISC THE BEATLES FROM ME TO YOU (tested see video)
Released in 1983 on the Parlophone record label, this high-fidelity edition is a must-have for collectors and fans of 1960s British Invasion music. Record is good condition and lookingplayed both sides plays good (see and hear video) just a little intro noise.

1,000 + Handwritten Letters Sommerville Dept. of Interior Land Office 1904-60
She lived in Kootenai Idaho. Her father, Fred Eppinger ran a mine in Kootenai. In 1918 twin daughters were born, Persis and Phyllis. The family lived mostly in the West, Washington State and Oregon.

Medieval Saint George / Crusades Painted Gregorian Chant Manuscript/Page Rare
My date assumption is 15-17th century based on similar pieces and manuscripts and an exact date is not known.

Etching, hand colored, Mid 18th C, Saverio Manetti, Lorenzo Lorenzi and Violante
The books were published from 1765-1776 and this is a plate from one of these books. Saverio Manetti. As a child I found it filled with wonder and mystery. It was the place for things forgotten or not often used.

-Huge- 1901 -FREDERICK, MARYLAND- Property Manuscript Ledger/Log Book- GENEALOGY
16" x 19", is an Original, Antique piece and Very Rare to Find. This would be a Great Genealogy tool. This appears to be in Very Good, Solid condition.

-Rare- 1892 -WESTMINSTER, MARYLAND- Church Manuscript Ledger/Log Book- GENEALOGY
This is a Great, Rare, Early 1892 Jerusalem Lutheran Church of Westminster, MD manuscript ledger/log book. This would be a Great Genealogy tool. This appears to be in worn condition, with cover wear and disbound pages.

1907 Edwardian Scrap Album w/ Die-Cut Birds Roses German Made Autograph Book
This antique album is ingood overall condition for its age (circa 1907–1914). The binding remainsintact and functional, with all pages securely attached, though there is visible wear along the spine and edges from normal use.

Chassidic Tefillin Parashiyot – Large Format – Russia-Poland, 19th/20th Century
Tefillin parashiyot, [Russia-Poland. In Arizal script – as per Chassidic custom. The hand tefillin were written in seven lines, and the head tefillin were written in four lines, in larger letters. Large tefillin boxes. ].

1791 Manuscript Handwritten PENNSYLVANIA Peter Muhlenberg Land Indenture Gold
Historic if imperfect. Peter Muhlenberg. Handwritten Manuscript.

Vintage 1933 American Legion Post 483 Raps and Taps Rosedale, Queens, NY
At the very least its a good insight into what life was like in Rosedale, Queens County, NY during the depression and the beginnings of WW1. The book is written in English and falls under the genre of historical WWI literature.

1818 John Tappan ALS to William Gray – Salem Maritime & Moral Reform Letter
Alongside his brother Lewis Tappan, he helped finance missionary, educational, and reform causes throughout New England. 1818 John Tappan Autograph Letter Signed to William Gray of Salem. John Tappan.

Beautifully hand drawn 18-19th C. Gray & Kennedy Birth Record 1748-1865 Ohio

old encyclopedia with artwork
Old book with old drawings

MARTINIQUE 1775 DIPLÔME GÉNÉRAL GREGOIRE ANTILLES ILES AMÉRIQUES AMERICANA
Congé made in Martinique by the Général DE GREGOIRE, Comte de Nozières. Red wax seal. Nice piece of history.

RARE MEZUZAH HANDWRITTEN MANUSCRIPT ON DEER PARCHMENT 150-200 YRS OLD MOROCCO
This deep color is due to the process used in making the scroll, this process ages to a deeper brown color over the centuries. The klaf is prepared by a qualified scribe ("sofer stam") who has undergone training, both in studying the relevant religious laws, and in the more practical parts (i.e. carving the quill and practising writing).

RARE MEZUZAH HANDWRITTEN MANUSCRIPT ON DEER PARCHMENT 250-300 YRS OLD MOROCCO
This deep color is due to the process used in making the scroll, this process ages to a deeper brown color over the centuries. The klaf is prepared by a qualified scribe ("sofer stam") who has undergone training, both in studying the relevant religious laws, and in the more practical parts (i.e. carving the quill and practising writing).

1968-1981 Howard Baker Archive Signed Letters Senate Reagan Chief of Staff MORE
Baker would serve as United States Senator representing Tennessee from 1967 to 1985 and would also serve as Senate Majority Leader, White House Chief of Staff during the Reagan Administration and later United States Ambassador to Japan.

Antique Moroccan Islamic Manuscript “Dala'il al-Khayrat” – Handwritten 170 pages
This is a beautiful antique Moroccan Islamic manuscript of Dala'il al-Khayrat (دلائل الخيرات), one of the most famous and widely recited devotional prayer books in the Islamic world. The work was originally composed by the renowned Moroccan scholar Muhammad al‑Jazuli in the 15th century and has been copied by hand for centuries across North Africa.

China PEIYANG TIENTSIN BANK 1 DOLLAR QING DYNASTY BANKNOTE STOCK CERTIFICATE
Tientsin (now Tianjin) was a major port city in northern China and an important center for finance and trade. Peiyang refers to the northern region of China during that ti.

Antique copper etching Achilles & Chiron Herculaneum Pompeii 1757-92 Nude Naples
Achilles and Chiron. Very good condition. The image depicts the youth Achilles being instructed in the use of the harp by his tutor, the centaur Chiron. Very striking image and great folio size.

Antique 1600's Catholic Antiphonal, Illuminated Sheet Music Manuscript on Velum

Rare antique Amulet Kabbalah mezuzah Handwritten parchment In beautiful case
2.9" X 2.9". These verses consist of the Jewish prayer Shema Yisrael, beginning with the phrase: "Hear, O Israel, the Lord (is) our God, the Lord is One". beautiful antique Moroccan case Made of tin maybe low money Decorated with colored gems.

A large collection of 50 Antique tefillin boxes TEFILLIN 80-100 YEARS OLD ISRAEL
The collection includes both Ashkenazi and Sephardic styles. Rare Collection of 50 Antique Tefillin Boxes (Phylacteries) – 80 to 100 Years Old. The majority of boxes are closed and sewn, with the original scrolls still inside.

5 old MEZUZAH & mezuzah cases Antique Jewish, Jerusalem Israel 1900
Situation: Beautiful writing and impressive readable and clear script. You and your children can gain a deeper appreciation. An amazing collectible item !

Temples of South India: A Photographic Journey Sunil Vaidyanathan
Book

Rare 1906 German Illustrated Optics Manuscript – Handwritten Physics Notebook
Rare Illustrated Scientific Manuscript on Optics and Vision (Germany, 1906). The manuscript presents a coherent and progressive course in classical optics, including This combination of scientific content and visual execution makes the manuscript particularly appealing as an example of scientific illustration and teaching practice.

18th Century Christian Book In Spanish. From 1747. 600+ Pages. Rare!!!
Exercicio De Perfección Y Virtudes Christiana’s by Father Alonzo Rodriguez A rare Peruvian Religious book, 1747 print, documenting Christian principles and virtues. Over 600 Pages of written eloquence. Book cover is missing. All pages are in good form. Spline in great condition. Please see pictures as they are part of the description

1953 Panhandle and Santa Fe Railway Annual Report to Texas Railroad Commission
The entries are written neatly in pencil throughout the report and easily readable. Overall condition is very good. This annual report is a hardcover book with printed form pages filled in with handwritten information.

Amulet Scroll Hebrew Shema mezuzah on Parchment Judaica Jewish Prayer Handwritte
Its delicate script is in nicely preserved condition. Antique Hebrew Shema Scroll on Vellum. • Content: Shema prayer. Judaica Amulet, Handwritten. The vellum shows natural signs of age, Folding marks, with minor discoloration and wear typical of antique manuscripts.

1538 HUGH LATIMER, BISHOP OF WORCESTER (MARGINAL NOTES BY HENRY VIII) 126yo copy
Henry VIII in about 1538. ALL ON 120 YEAR OLD PAGES AND EXACT COPIES OF THE ORIGINAL'S THAT ARE IN VARIOUS MUSEUMS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. (SEE PHOTO'S FOR CONDITION AND STYLE) .

Singh, M:Being Indian Being Israeli-Migration Ethnicity Jewish Homeland. 2009
New Delhi. 2009, 258p.
You save $4.18

LOT OF DOCUMENTATION OF THE GENERAL CAPTAIN OF CATALUNYA. SPAIN. CIRCA 1840
CIRCA 1840. AUTHOR/MANUFACTURER GENERAL CAPTAIN OF CATALUNYA. ORIGIN CATALUNYA. AUTOR/FABRICANTE CAPITANIA GENERAL DE CATALUNYA. ORIGEN CATALUNYA. ORIGINE CATALUNYA. AUTEUR/FABRICANTE CAPITAINE GÉNÉRAL DE CATALUNYA.

HUGE 8 LB ❤️ LIFE of JESUS_MARTYRS_APOSTLES_CHRISTIAN_BIBLE_GOD_HISTORY of JEWS
All of my books are VERY OLD and have 100+ years of wear to varying degrees. and bright gilt p age edges. very good plus condition. for its age. LARGE size = apx 9.5" x 11.75" and 3.25" thick - with 891 pages.

Lot of 3 Rare Original WW2 1930's Hitler Youth Camp Photograph Postcards
This historical artifact serves as a tangible connection to the past, making it a valuable piece for collectors and history enthusiasts alike. These may need professional restoration.

Vintage Comoy's of London Resin Dachshund Pipe Rest
Resin Dachshund pipe rest is 5 1/2" long x 3 1/2" tall x 2 1/4" wide. See the photos. Great piece in very nice condition.

RARE MEZUZAH HANDWRITTEN MANUSCRIPT ON DEER PARCHMENT 80-100 YRS OLD YEMEN
This deep color is due to the process used in making the scroll, this process ages to a deeper brown color over the centuries. The klaf is prepared by a qualified scribe ("sofer stam") who has undergone training, both in studying the relevant religious laws, and in the more practical parts (i.e. carving the quill and practising writing).

Blessed Vintage Illustrated Buddhist Sutra Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
HERE'S A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY. THIS IS An AUTHENTIC OLD BUDDHIST ILLUSTRATED SUTRA FROM WAT PHRA THAT LAMPANG LUANG IN LAMPANG THAILAND (check out the photo above that I took at Wat Pha That). IT WAS BLESSED BY A BUDDHIST MONK AT WAT PHRA THAT LAMPANG LUANG.

1910s Dartmouth College Handwritten Letters Knapp Middletown Vt Football Vtg Old
Here is a group of about 40 letters from Waldo Jr "Gray" Knapp and Norman "Nipper" Knapp of middletown springs vermont while at Dartmouth college. most are from Gray who was apparently the manager of the football team and into other sports as well.

Katz, Nathan: Studies of Indian Jewish Identity. . 2011. 204p.
Katz, Nathan: Studies of Indian Jewish Identity. New Delhi. 2011 (rpt.).
You save $3.66

Rare beautiful Mezuzah scroll Manuscript On Deer Parchment from Israel.
The klaf is prepared by a qualified scribe ("sofer stam") who has undergone training, both in studying the relevant religious laws, and in the more practical parts (i.e. carving the quill and practising writing).