Home/Auctions/Fall Auction/Rare NFLD Book 1877 Life And Episcopate Of Edward Field By W. Wells Gardner, Paternoster Buildings
Back to Catalog

Rare NFLD Book 1877 Life And Episcopate Of Edward Field By W. Wells Gardner, Paternoster Buildings

Lot Number:3378
Completed
Start Time:19/9/2025 9:30:00 PM
End Time:29/9/2025 10:45:44 PM
Bid Count:9
Winning Bidder:5190
Starting Bid:$0.01
Bid Increment:$5.00
Current Bid:$52.00
Bidding complete
Watching:7

Rare NFLD Book 1877 Life And Episcopate Of Edward Field By W. Wells Gardner, Paternoster Buildings

This biography details the life and work of Edward Feild, who served as the Anglican Bishop of Newfoundland during a formative period in the colony's history.

📚 About the Book

  • Author: Henry William Tucker (1830–1902), an Anglican clergyman and historian.

  • Title: Memoir of the Life and Episcopate of Edward Feild, D.D., Bishop of Newfoundland, 1844–1876.

  • Publisher: W. Wells Gardner, London.

  • Publication Year: 1877.

  • Format: Hardcover, approximately 312 pages, includes a portrait of Bishop Feild.

  • Content: The memoir provides insights into Bishop Feild's contributions to the Anglican Church in Newfoundland, his educational initiatives, and his role in the colony's religious and social development.

 

🔍 Factors Influencing Value

  • Condition: Books in excellent condition with minimal wear and no markings are more valuable.

  • Edition: First editions and those with original bindings are typically more sought after.

  • Provenance: Books with historical significance or previous ownership by notable individuals can command higher prices.

  • Rarity: Given the book's age and specialized subject matter, original copies are relatively rare, which can increase their value among collectors.

🧭 Historical Significance

Edward Feild was instrumental in the development of the Anglican Church in Newfoundland, particularly in expanding educational opportunities and establishing schools. His episcopate coincided with a period of significant social and religious change in the colony. Tucker's memoir provides valuable historical context for understanding the evolution of religious institutions in Newfoundland during the 19th century.

 

No donations for this lot

Fall is around the corner. Time to start squirrelling away everything that is valuable to get us through the darker days. What better to stash away for safe keeping than some new (to you) gold and silver coins, Newfoundland books and memorabilia, stamps and much, much, more.

This auction will have new lots added throughout the 10 days so be sure to check back to see what great finds appear. 

The following terms are agreed to by entry and bidding in this Auction

Bidding:

  • East Coast Coins, Auctions and Collectables reserves the right to refuse bids if there were obvious errors in auction listings or software glitches.
  • In placing a successful bid, You are agreeing to purchase the winning Lot at your winning bid.
  • At times, secondary bids may be promoted to the winning bid. (Non-Payment, error, etc). In these cases, the secondary bidder will be notified that they are the winner bidder.
  • Closing times appear once the items on auction have started
  • Successful bidders will be notified by email at Lot close.

Auctions

  • This is a online only auction sale.
  • This is a Soft Close auction
  • Auction viewing is available from 11-3 on day of auction close
  • Generally, our Auctions are 3 day or 10 day auctions, Friday thru Monday.

Payments

  • Invoices will be emailed to winners within 24 hours of auction close. Payment links will be provided in the invoice.
  • TAX! No tax on fine silver and gold, other items are taxable in Canada. No tax for US buyers that are shipping to the US.
  • Payment Methods:
    • We accept PAYPAL* or ETF (E-Transfer) online at payments@eastcoastcoins.ca, any Credit Card* or cash at our store.
    • *PAYPAL and Credit Cards payments are charged a 3% surcharge on all products.
  • No added auction fees.
  • All sales in CDN funds
  • Payment must be made within 3 days of auction close. If payment is not made or arranged, the Lot is awarded to the next highest bidder.
  • ALL LOTS MUST BE PAID FOR IN FULL PRIOR TO DELIVERY.

Shipping

Due to the Canada Post Strike and ongoing US tariff dispute, the following shipping options have been implemented:

  • Free local pickup

  • $40 shipping by FedEx (we will pay additional*). *Heavy orders exception - we will split shipping 50/50. Note: FedEx does not deliver to PO Box. Street Address is required.

  • Buyers option to wait until Canada Post strike ends and continue to pay $20 rate.

  • USA buyers must pay tariffs which we can quote before shipping.

  • We do not ship outside of Canada and US. US shipping is at East Coast Coins, Auctions and Collectables discretion.

PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU REQUIRE FURTHER EXPLANATION.

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada