1903 Antique Book Set – Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace & Olive by Mulock | Gilt Edges | Sunday School Editions

£85.99

1903 Antique Book Set – Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace & Olive by Mulock | Gilt Edges | Sunday School Editions

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Step into the literary and spiritual world of the early 20th century with this beautifully preserved pair of antique books, published by The Walter Scott Publishing Co. Ltd. Included in this collectible set are:

  • Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace

  • Olive by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik (author of John Halifax, Gentleman)

Each volume is a Sunday School edition awarded for attendance at a United Methodist Church in 1903 and 1904, complete with original ornate presentation plates inside the covers. These historical touches give the books added charm and provenance, making them wonderful for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.

Bound in green embossed cloth hardcovers with bright gilt-edged pages and gold detailing on the front and spine, both books exhibit the decorative craftsmanship of their era.


📘 Product Details:

  • Publisher: The Walter Scott Publishing Co. Ltd.

  • Titles Included: Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace & Olive by Dinah Maria Mulock Craik

  • Dated Inscriptions: 1903 and 1904 Sunday School awards

  • Binding: Hardcover with embossed green cloth and gold foil accents

  • Page Edges: Gilt (gold-edged)

  • Illustrations: Includes black-and-white plates

  • Format: Compact standard size (approx. 18–20 cm tall)


📦 Condition Notes:

  • Overall in good vintage condition

  • Minor corner and edge wear to covers

  • Gold detailing remains bright and well-preserved

  • Some light foxing on interior pages—typical for age

  • Gilt page edges are clean and still reflective

  • Bindings are secure with no loose or missing pages


🎁 Why You’ll Love This Set:

  • A meaningful piece of Christian and publishing history

  • Visually striking with gold-edged pages and ornate design

  • Personal provenance as Sunday School awards from the early 1900s

  • Ideal for vintage libraries, faith-based decor, or thoughtful gifting


💡 Perfect For:

  • Antique book collectors

  • Christian literature lovers

  • Decorative bookshelf or spiritual display

  • Gifts for history or faith enthusiasts

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