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580 - GAETE (Martin-Michel-Charles Gaudin, Duke of). Historical Ac…
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Estimate €100 - €120
Description
GAETE (Martin-Michel-Charles Gaudin, Duke of). Historical Account of the Finances of France, (from Year 8 – from 1800 to 1 April 1814). Paris: Printed by Ange Clo, 1818. In-8, 8-240 pp., half-basane, plain spine with decoration, title label in green morocco (contemporary binding) First edition. Napoleon’s sole Minister of Finance (1756–1841), the Duke of Gaeta became, during the Restoration, Governor of the Bank of France and a Member of Parliament. Slight water-stain on the first few leaves, worn headbands, tear to the last panel. (Einaudi, 2416.)
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About the sale MONTIGNAC – 31st BOOK SALE – Day 2 of 4 – Nos. 550 to 1084
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Auction time 08/20/2026 at 11:00 AM
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