Printers’ Marks and Other Devices
Scope and Contents
The Richard C. Jenkinson Collection on the history of fine printing was originally given by the Newark Public Library trustee in two separate gifts in 1924 and 1930. Though the Collection is made up predominately of books that prime examples of fine presses, some of the collection is made up type specimens, publication announcements, catalogs, price lists and a variety of periodical articles, web site print outs and other historical and biographical information.
Dates
- Majority of material found in ca. 1800 - present
Conditions Governing Access
Available by appointment only.
Photocopying of materials is limited and no materials may be photocopied or photographed without permission from library staff.
Conditions Governing Access
Researchers wishing to publish, reproduce, or reprint materials from this collection must obtain permission.
Extent
From the Collection: 26 Linear Feet (49 Hollinger boxes and one oversized drawer)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Jenkinson, Richard C., 1853-1930 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections, Newark Public Library Repository