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First publication of the second Sherlock Holmes story, from the February 1890 issue of Lippincott's Monthly Magazine, bound in cloth with title page and frontispiece. Lacks original wraps. 8vo. 77 pp. (147-224 of the magazine). VG+. Light wear to edges of spine. Binding is strong. Bookplate on front pastedown. Small stain to edge of frontis. and title page. Text is clean. Ships wrapped in bubble wrap and packed securely in a box.

The Sign of Four, also called The Sign of the Four, is the second novel featuring Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In this story, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate a complex case involving treasure, murder, and a secret pact among four convicts. The novel is notable for introducing the character of Mary Morstan, Dr. Watson's future wife.

First editions of 'The Sign of Four' can be determined by their publication details—published by Spencer Blackett, featuring a cover with a street scene and the text 'New Edition' typically indicates a later printing rather than a true first edition.