1801 260, [1] p., paperbound (contemporary plain covers). Very rare first part of this early German entomological journal. After the introduction of the journal, this first half of this volume contains primarily papers on Coleoptera (mostly written by Illiger): Nachtrag und Berichtigungen zum Verzeichnisse der Käfer Preussens (94 p.) / Ist es richtiger, Genus durch Geslecht oder durch Gattung auszudrükken? (10 p.) / Neue Insekten (44 p. - mostly Coleoptera and Hymenoptera) etc. etc. One of the greatest rarities in entomological literature published by the famous Johann Illiger (1775-1815). No plates have been published in this journal.
1801-1808 Over 1200 p., later speckled boards, spines with burgundy morocco label with gilt title. One of the greatest rarities in entomological literature published by the famous Johann Illiger (1775-1815). No plates have been published in this journal. The very rare vol. 6 is missing. We have added a photocopy of volume 5. According to Horn-Schenkling: "Der sechste Band ist fast in der ganzen Auflage verbrannt und äusserst Selten!". Some marginal worming, the fourth volume in a binding that once contained the fifth as well, leaving a gap and one inner joint loose. Horn-Schenkling, 11177.
1801-1803 Two volumes. vi, [6], 492, [1], 298, [2] p., contemporary half cloth, paper label on spine, joints and boards somewhat worn. Bookplate of Illinois University on verso front covers, three blindstamps, and a withdrawel stamp. Ink-mark on half-title.One of the greatest rarities in entomological literature published by the famous Johann Illiger (1775-1815). No plates have been published in this journal.