Rare Antique 1910s German Devotional Book – “Christliches Vergißmeinnicht” (Christian Forget-Me-Not) – Gilded Edges, Great ConditionFor sale is a beautiful antique German devotional and gift book, “Christliches Vergißmeinnicht in Spruch und Lied für alle Tage des Jahres,” compiled by Paul Langbein and published by Enßlin & Laiblins Verlagsbuchhandlung (Reutlingen), circa 1910-1912. This charming pocket-sized volume features daily spiritual poetry and hymns—an inspiring keepsake and collectible for lovers of vintage Christian literature.
Features & Highlights:
Gorgeous Original Cover: Lavishly illustrated with an angel motif in pastel blue, gold, and white, capturing the style of early 20th-century German religious publishing.
Gilded Page Edges: All three edges are beautifully gilt, adding a touch of luxury and collectible appeal.
Tight Binding: Spine remains tight and fully intact, uncommon for books of this age.
Complete Interior: All pages are present and firmly attached.
Original Slipcase: Protects the book and attests to the care with which it’s been stored over the years.
Condition
Great Vintage Condition: Book displays minimal wear for its age.
Clean Pages: Majority crisp and clean; a few pages show minor soiling, likely from past readers with less-than-clean hands—a testament to its cherished use.
Binding: Tight and secure with no loose pages.
Gilded Edges: Retain their original luster with only light rubbing.
Slipcase: Shows expected minor edge/corner wear.
Additional Information
Text in German, perfect for collectors, genealogists, or historians of religious material culture.
A beautiful display item, ideal for gifts or special collections.
Feel free to reach out with any questions or requests for additional photos. Fast, careful shipping with secure packaging.
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$75.00Price
Excluding Sales Tax
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