On a Method of Expressing by Signs the Action of Machinery. London: W. Nicol, 1826. — BABBAGE, CHARLES. 1791-1871.

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Estimate: $1,500–$2,500 hammer
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Sale: Bonhams — History of Science and Technology, New York · 4 December 2019
Record ID: TB-2026-829627
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Babbage, Charles. 1791-1871., On a Method of Expressing by Signs the Action of Machinery. London: W. Nicol, 1826. Bonhams, 4 Dec 2019, lot 11. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-829627.

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Babbage, Charles. 1791-1871., On a Method of Expressing by Signs the Action of Machinery. London: W. Nicol, 1826. Bonhams, 4 Dec 2019, lot 11. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-829627.

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