New York: Harper & Brothers, 1851-1852. In five volumes. First edition. Tall 8vo. Extra-illustrated with George Washington cut signature, window mounted at front of first volume; eight documents, pay orders, etc., signed by Frederick Augustus Conrad Muhlenberg in third through fifth volumes; Oliver Wolcott (signer of the Declaration from Connecticut) cut signature facing p. 286 in fourth volume; Charles Carroll of Carrollton signed check (signer of the Declaration) facing p. 400 in same volume; numerous other letters, autographs, and plates. Full dark blue morocco, stamped in gilt, including the Great Seal of the United States on front and rear cover of each volume; top edges gilt, other edges trimmed; dentelles gilt. A superbly bound and fine set.