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Auction 122, Lot 726

"Persia According to the Newest and Most Exact Observations", Moll, Herman

Subject: Persia

Period: 1712 (circa)

Publication: Atlas geographus, or a Compleat System of Geography

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10 x 7.2 inches
25.4 x 18.3 cm
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This uncommon small map provides a good view of the Persian Empire extending from Georgia to Afghanistan. The map notes the major cities and roads and shown several desert regions including one noted as a "Desart of ten days journey without water and Habitation."

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Condition: A

Binding holes in blank margins have been repaired.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Sold for: $150

Closed on 12/5/2007

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