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Auction 54, Sunshine & Sales, March 31st

Tue, Mar 31, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 239

Scarce Antique 18th Century Latin Theology Book Medulla Theologiae Moralis 1694

Estimate: $150 - $450

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$50 $10
$150 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$4,000 $500
$15,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Scarce antique Latin theological volume titled Medulla Theologiae Moralis by Jesuit author Herman Busenbaum, a widely referenced work on Catholic moral theology and cases of conscience. Printed in Cologne (Coloniae Agrippinae) by Wilhelmum & Franciscum Metternich, dated 1784. Bound in original period leather boards with visible age wear and patina, this historic religious text represents an important example of 18th century ecclesiastical scholarship and early Catholic doctrinal study. A desirable collectible for antiquarian book collectors, theological libraries, and scholars of Church history.

Condition Report: Antique condition consistent with age. Covers show heavy wear, scuffing, and edge losses. Pages exhibit toning, foxing, and staining throughout. Binding appears intact but worn, with expected softness and handling wear.

antique theology book, Latin religious text, Jesuit moral theology, Herman Busenbaum, 18th century book, Catholic doctrine volume, Cologne imprint, leather bound antiquarian, cases of conscience, ecclesiastical history

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