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1602 HISTORY OF POPES BY ANASTASIUS BIBLIOTHECARIUS ANTIQUE VELLUM - Anastasius Bibliothecarius. Historia, De Vitis Romanorum Pontificum. Ab Petro Apostolo Usque Ad Nicolaum I.; nunquam hactenus typis excusa Deinde Vita Hadriani II. Et Stephani VI. Mainz, Albinus; 1602 Size 7 by 9.5” [18] lvs, 352 pp., [7] lvs. Original decorative black-stamped vellum binding. - VD17 23:230110H. - The first printed edition of this papal chronicle written by the medieval archivist, librarian and antipope Anastasius Bibliothecarius (811-879) and later expanded by William of Malmesbury (1080-1142). Title page with Jesuit vignette. Binding stained, worn. Heavy toning With stamp and spine label of a dissolved monastery library. Text in Latin. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.