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Auction 114, Lot 729

"An Atlas of Classical Geography", Hughes, William

Subject: Atlases

Period: 1856 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7 x 10 inches
17.8 x 25.4 cm
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A nice example of this complete atlas edited by George Long. On the cover in gilt is "Long's Classical Atlas." Contains 52 maps and plans on 26 double-pages, 76 pp., with extensive index of places. Bound in brown cloth with black leather spine, embossed gilt title. Published by Sheldon & Co.

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Condition: B

Cover rubbed with spine mostly missing, gilt is fine. Signatures tight and contents generally very good to fine.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $200

Closed on 3/1/2006

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