Souvenir of the Diamond Jubilee Naval Review at Spithead, June 26th, 1897
London: Marion & Co., 1897. 1st. Original wraps. First Edition. Oblong 4to. Unpaginated. 16 full-page photo-illustrated plates (with captions) by G. West & Son, Naval Photographers, Southsea. Table of Contents & publisher's advertisment on rear cover. Pale green printed wrappers in very good condition (light age toning; slight creasing, wear & soiling). An uncommon title; no copies at auction in the past 30 years and only 3 located in institutional holdings. Item #16840
A fleet review is a traditional gathering of ships from a particular navy to be observed by the reigning monarch or his or her representative, a practice allegedly dating back to the 15th century. Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897 was notable for being presided over by the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) since the Queen was too frail to attend in person, and for the unscheduled and dramatic appearance of the Turbinia.
Price: $250.00