1850 Rare Bible bound by Bagster - Polyglot Bible, Old and New Testament, Clasp

Author: [Anonymous, English Bible text].
Title: The English Version of the Polyglott Bible; Containing the Old and New Testaments: with a Copious and Original Selection of References to Parallel and Illustrative Passages.
Publisher: London, Samuel Bagster & Sons, Paternoster Row, circa 1850.
Language: Text in English, with multilingual references to Hebrew, Greek, Latin, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese editions. 
Size: 6" X 4".
Binding: Attractive and near fine, superb period full dark anthracite morocco leather binding with intricate blind-stamped panels on both covers, raised bands and gilt title on the spine, all edges gilt, and full gilt brass fore-edge protection with a functioning ornamental clasp (hinges fine - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. A remarkable example of Samuel Bagster’s craftsmanship in devotional publishing. Very well preserved and solidly bound.
Content: Very good, near fine content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown, early ownership inscription “Sarah Haselwood” on front blank leaf - as shown).  
Illustrations: Complete with several hand-colored folding maps (including Exodus and Palestine).

Estimate: (USD 350 – 500).

The Book: A splendid mid-19th century example of Samuel Bagster’s English Polyglott Bible, one of the most admired productions of Victorian religious printing. This edition was designed to present the English Authorized Version harmonized with readings from Hebrew, Greek, and major European translations—allowing readers to study Scripture in a comparative and multilingual context.

The Polyglott Bible series became Bagster’s signature achievement, uniting erudition, accessibility, and fine craftsmanship. This particular copy stands out for its luxurious gilt brass-trimmed binding with clasp, combining devotional dignity with elegant design.