Padlocks and Girdles of Chastity: An historical and descriptive notice
Paris: Isidore Lideux, 1892. First edition in English. Hardcover. Fine. Item #18142
First edition in English, later furtively reprinted. 5 text illustrations. Includes Freydier's Speech Against Their Use. Contemporary three quarter morocco, spine in 6 compartments, gilt; t.e.g. A fine copy of an extremely interesting historical and descriptive account of Girdles of Virginity and their use among the Greeks, Romans and other nations. Translated from the French.
Price: $750.00
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