Description
1953 Oxford Holy Bible KJV Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Slipcase Vintage VG. • Elegant gilt decoration with ER cypher, crowns, and royal arms. • Includes original printed slipcase with coronation reference. Slipcase: Original matching slipcase included. A classic mid-century Oxford Bible tied directly to one of the most significant royal events of the 20th century. Title: The Holy Bible Translation: King James Version (KJV) Publisher: Oxford University Press Date: 1953 Format: Compact / Ruby 32mo Binding: Red leather (gilt-stamped) Slipcase: Original matching slipcase included Still in the plastic Details: • Issued in 1953, commemorating the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II • Elegant gilt decoration with ER cypher, crowns, and royal arms • Printed by Oxford University Press, London / New York / Toronto • Ribbon marker present • Includes original printed slipcase with coronation reference Condition: • Bible: Very Good overall. Light edge wear, minor rubbing to leather, gilt remains bright. Binding solid, pages clean with light age toning. No writing noted. • Slipcase: Good condition. Noticeable edge wear, scuffing, and surface wear consistent with age; structurally intact. • Ribbon shows wear and fraying at the end. Notes: A classic mid-century Oxford Bible tied directly to one of the most significant royal events of the 20th century. Scarcer with the original slipcase intact.