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Auction 109, Lot 798

"Terrestrial and Celestial Globes Their History and Construction Including a Consideration of Their Value as Aids in the Study of Geography and Astronomy", Stevenson, Edward Luther

Subject: Reference Books

Period: 1921 (published)

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6 x 8.5 inches
15.2 x 21.6 cm
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This is the Martino Fine Books reprint of the original 1921 edition. Volumes I & II together. Hard cover in blue cloth, red spine with gilt titling. Considered the classic text on globes, from the early ones through the end of the 18th Century. The original 1921 volume now sells for about $900 - $1,000.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $75 - $90

Sold for: $90

Closed on 12/1/2004

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