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Personal Memoirs of U.S. Grant, Two-Volume Set, circa 1885-1886
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- Dimensions:Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 6.63 in (16.85 cm)Depth: 4.38 in (11.13 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1885-1886
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: BK07791stDibs: LU909722679162
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