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Memorial Edition Holy Bible Illustrated Catholic Edition in Wooden Box

This Memorial Edition Holy Bible Illustrated Catholic Edition comes in a hinged wooden presentation box marked “Holy Bible.”

Inside the box is a white padded Bible with gold-tone lettering and page edges, a religious image, a sympathy card from United Auto Workers Chevrolet Local No. 362 of Bay City, Michigan, and a small “To Comfort You…” booklet.

Details

∙Item: Memorial Edition Holy Bible Illustrated
∙ Edition: Catholic Edition
∙ Format: White padded hardcover Bible in wooden presentation box
∙ Box Material: Wood with brass-tone latch and hinges
∙ Box Marking: Marked “Holy Bible” on lid; back noted as Union Made / Carpenter Company
∙ Box Measurements: Approximately 10" x 7" x 3"
∙ Bible Measurements: Approximately 8.75" x 5.65"
∙ Pages: 2,146 pages plus many illustrations
∙ Color: Warm cedar-tone wood box, white Bible cover, gold-tone lettering and page edges
∙ Included Extras: Sympathy card from United Auto Workers Chevrolet Local No. 362, Bay City, Michigan; “To Comfort You…” booklet

 Genre / Subject: Catholic Bible, Christian scripture, religious gift, memorial Bible, illustrated Bible

Condition Grade: Very Good

Notes: The wooden box presents well with attractive grain, a working brass-tone latch, and visible “Holy Bible” lettering on the lid.

The Bible appears clean and bright overall, with white padded covers, gold-tone detailing, and many illustrated sections. Interior pages shown are clean and readable. 

The set includes the sympathy card and small comfort booklet shown in the photos. Light age/storage wear is visible on the wooden box and Bible, including minor surface marks, small scuffs, and gentle handling wear.

The memorial presentation page appears blank in the photo.

See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key

∙ Near Fine — minimal wear; clean.
∙ Very Good — light wear; clean; minor flaws.
∙ Good — noticeable wear.
∙ Fair — heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

Collector’s Notes

Memorial Bibles in wooden presentation boxes were often given as sympathy or remembrance gifts, making this piece both devotional and historical.

The included UAW Chevrolet Local No. 362 Bay City, Michigan sympathy card adds a local labor-union and Michigan provenance note that gives this set more personality than a standard family Bible.

A thoughtful vintage Catholic Bible set with quiet presence, display appeal, and a little local history tucked inside.

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Disclaimer

All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. 

Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. 

Good to Know Before You Buy

Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.

Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.

With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.

Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.