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John James Audubon print of the red-breasted merganser.
Print Identification and Authentication

There were five different original Audubon publications between 1826-1871. Most of these publications had only one edition, but one had four editions, and another up to eight editions.

Brief Introduction to Audubon and Original Editions

From 1826-1838 these aquatint copper plate engraved sheets, measuring about 26" x 39", and beautifully hand colored, were issued in 87 parts of 5 prints each. The complete set totaled 435 prints.

Do You Really Own A 1st Edition Octavo Quad Print?

COAs are fine as assurance that your print is an original Audubon. They are especially nice to have when you give a print as a gift. However, in the case of the octavo quads they are no guarantee of edition.

Print Identification and Authentication

There were five different original Audubon publications between 1826-1871. Most of these publications had only one edition, but one had four editions, and another up to eight editions.

Brief Introduction to Audubon and Original Editions

From 1826-1838 these aquatint copper plate engraved sheets, measuring about 26" x 39", and beautifully hand colored, were issued in 87 parts of 5 prints each. The complete set totaled 435 prints.

Do You Really Own A 1st Edition Octavo Quad Print?

COAs are fine as assurance that your print is an original Audubon. They are especially nice to have when you give a print as a gift. However, in the case of the octavo quads they are no guarantee of edition.