Lot #10/01 South African balloons. A skit on the boom by An Observer.

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Lot #10/01 South African balloons. A skit on the boom by An Observer. A pseudonymous satire on the South African economy & how it is influenced by countries, wealthy mining magnates, etc.. The boom & depression are likened to a hot air balloon, with manufacture, inflation & collapse. SABIB, 4/300. Johannesburg, “Argus” Printing & Publishing Co., Ld., 1895. First edition. 4to. Printer wrappers. Pp. 13. Pamphlet creased, some browning & foxing. Good+ Reserve price: R240.00 bids welcome