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Auction 111, Lot 777
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"Astronomical Atlases, Maps & Charts - An Historical & General Guide", Brown, Basil

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Subject: Reference Books

Period: 1932 (dated)

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8 x 20 inches
20.3 x 50.8 cm
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Scarce, early reference on celestial maps and atlases providing a good overview. Nicely illustrated with 20 reproductions, 200 pp. Original faux parchment covered boards with gilt embossed titles.

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Condition: B

Covers warped and spine starting to separate. Contents clean. Bookplate of Middlesbrough Public Libraries inside front cover and library stamp on title page and at random throughout text.

Estimate: $220 - $275

Sold for: $160

Closed on 6/8/2005

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