Mathematical Economics Book Appraisal

The Principles of Financial and Statistical Mathematics by Maximilian Philip

The item is a vintage hardcover book titled "The Principles of Financial and Statistical Mathematics" by Maximilian Philip, Sc.D., C.P.A. The visible page is the title page, made of a cream or off-white paper that shows some age-related toning, indicating its vintage nature. The text is printed in black ink in a clear, seriffed typeface. The layout is centered, presenting the title prominently, followed by the author's name and credentials. Below the author's name, there is a smaller block of text, partially visible, which appears to describe his professional affiliations as "Professor of Mathematics at the School of Business and Civic Administration of the College of The City of New York." At the bottom of the page, the publisher information is visible: "New York Prentice-Hall, Inc. 1937", clearly dating the publication to 1937. The paper itself seems to be of a decent quality for its era, with a slightly textured appearance. There are no obvious tears, creases, or major stains visible on this page, suggesting a good overall condition for its age. The binding edge on the left shows a slight curve, indicating it is an open book. The craftsmanship aligns with standard book production of the mid-20th century. The page has a uniform degree of aging, suggesting it has been stored in a relatively stable environment.