Silene Virginica ca. 1850's lovely antique hand color Flower Botanical print

Silene VirginicaFire PinkBotany- Plants- FlowersPrinted ca. 1840-55, NY or Phila.print acquired loose. Engraved by Lossing Charming old botanical print wth original hand color. In Fair to near Good or better antiquarian condition, surface shows light to moderate age dustiness, small spotting, some light edge wear, perhaps short closed edge splits, small minor scratches or light age blemishes- all of which often add visual character.Overall the sheet remains quite attractive as a 150 year old original flower/ floral print.Please inspect zoom scan closely. Any noteworthy flaws to the printed surface area should be visible within the enlargable scan provided. [note: We grade very conservatively and always seek to disclose any noteworthy flaws. We are doing our best to show describe this item so you are happy when it arrives]. Despite any age flaws, the printed area remains visually pleasing. The print has a "noble" antiquarian feel to it, and remains well preserved. If we were discussing old coins, we would be discussing circulated silver coinage of this era, now age worn from circulation but still nice, well preserved, clean, noble in appearance, attractive and worthy of ownership despite any flaws.An appealing, uncommon and interesting antique image that any collector, dealer or institution would be happy to own or display. Could also readily be collected in a personal scrapbook album or given as a present.Sheet measures c. 5 1/4" W x 8 5/8" H. Engraved area measures c. 3 3/4" W x 6 1/2" H. [91095]