1890 Victorian Family Holy Bible with 2500 Illustrations 
 
This 1890 Pronouncing Edition of the Holy Bible, co-published by A. J. Conroy & Co. and Conroy Bros., is a remarkable artifact of late 19th-century American heritage. This parallel column folio uniquely pairs the Authorized and Revised versions side-by-side, offering a comprehensive household repository of faith and history. Featuring a Complete Concordance, historical chronological tables, a pronunciation guide, and rich classic illustrations, this heirloom volume serves as both a profound spiritual resource and a beautiful window into the cultural life of early Midwestern families.
 
About this Particular Bible:
This parallel-column folio stands as a cultural milestone, surpassing standard single-translation family Bibles of the late 19th century. Enclosed in a heavy, deeply embossed leather cover featuring ornate cross motifs, geometric blind-tooling, and secure clasps, its elaborate gilt spine instantly signaled its status as the centerpiece of the Victorian parlor. Inside, the massive volume pairs the Authorized and Revised versions side-by-side, integrating Professor S.W. Williams' phonetic system, a Complete Concordance, and extensive chronological tables. This wealth of scholarship combines beauty, rich illustrations, and modern textual criticism.

The Exterior
The Bible has undergone a sympathetic restoration that has preserved its historical character and charm. It features a newly re-backed spine w/ the original leather laid-down and reinforced inner hinges, enhancing its durability beyond its original condition. The original leather has been treated and protected to prevent flaking and further deterioration, ensuring its preservation for many years, potentially extending its lifespan by another 100 to 200 years with proper care.

The Interior
This Bible has it's original pastedowns and both of it's original fly leaves. The fly-leaf has some chipping to the outer edge, after-which the pages appear quite nice along the edges, with foxing along the perimeter, consistent with it's age. The preliminary Presentation Leaf is blank, along with the Matrimonial and Genealogical Leaves, making this a beautiful Bible to adopt as a family Heirloom (See Photos). It is crucial to understand that these are not new Bibles; they are antiquarian books that should be treated accordingly, in this case, a 136 year-old Bible.
 
We provide detailed photographs to allow you to assess the book's condition and aesthetic appeal. Many, if not all, of the early books and Bibles we offer will show signs of aging, whether it's foxing on the pages, dog-eared or chipped corners, inscriptions from previous owners, or staining from years of use.  Read More & Review Condition Grading Chart