Jules Verne - Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas (1873)- Geo. M. Smith & Co. For Sale

For your consideration is a highly sought-after copy of the true first American trade edition of Jules Verne’s masterpiece, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas, published in Boston by Geo. M. Smith & Co. in 1873.This iconic volume features the publisher's original forest green cloth binding with elaborate gilt and black stamped decorations on the front board and spine.
It includes the classic, historic illustrations by Alphonse de Neuville and Édouard Riou.Condition & Issue Points Report:Printing State: Confirmed corrected trade issue text block with page 142 correctly numbered (not the pre-fire Osgood sheet variant).Binding: Good to Good- minus condition. The original green cloth remains stable. There is light fraying present at the head and tail of the spine, along with light rubbing/wear to all four corners of the boards.Gilt: The gold stamping on the front cover is remarkably bright, sharp, and highly presentable for display.Interior: Condition notes:
The binding shows light fraying at the top and bottom edges, as well as very light wear to all four corners. Additionally, the hinge is slightly separated at the spine. This is a cosmetic and structural issue that a qualified book restoration specialist could likely address. Please review photos carefully and reach out with any condition questions before purchasing. Shipping & Handling:Ships securely packed in a sturdy box, wrapped in bubble wrap to protect the corners and spine. Sent via insured mail with mandatory signature confirmation required upon delivery. International shipping available only through verified global shipping programs.