Vintage 1985 Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Holy Bible – owned by Hon. Jim Wright

Vintage 1985 Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Holy Bible – From the Personal Library of U.S. Congressman & 48th House Speaker Jim Wright (published 1985, inscribed 1986) Rare Find! This exquisite King James Version Holy Bible is bound in a stunning mother-of-pearl inlay cover with intricate carved detailing. Printed and bound in Great Britain in January 1985 by William Collins Sons & Co., this edition was produced in a limited run of 30,000 copies and is a remarkable example of craftsmanship. Inside, the presentation page bears a historic inscription: “To The Honorable Jim Wright From NAAA-F October 10, 1986 Fort Worth, Texas” Jim Wright (1922–2015) was a Texas congressman for over three decades, serving as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1987 to 1989. This Bible was gifted to him less than a year before he assumed the speakership, making it a unique piece of political and personal memorabilia. • Condition: Well-preserved with clean pages and a secure binding; minimal wear for its age. (There is a small tear on spine, and a small hairline fracture on cover, and small stain on last page as noted in photos.) • Approx. Dimensions: 6” L X 4” W X 1” H • Provenance: From Hon. Jim Wright’s personal library. A meaningful collectible for admirers of political history, Texas heritage, or fine vintage devotional books, blending artistry, faith, and American political legacy. I purchased this in 2016 at the estate sale in Hon. Jim Wright’s home in Fort Worth, Texas.