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Auction 138, Lot 478

"Britannia Saxonica", Morden, Robert

Subject: England & Wales

Period: 1695 (circa)

Publication: Camden's Britannia

Color: Black & White

Size:
11.8 x 14.5 inches
30 x 36.8 cm
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The Saxon kingdoms are the focus of this historical map of England and Wales. Saxon place names and battlefields are shown. The distance scale cartouche includes a key to the symbols used and gives examples of Saxon lettering. The map was engraved by John Stuart, with his imprint at bottom.

References: Shirley (BI) - Morden #12.

Condition: B+

There is light damp staining and scattered foxing in the blank margins and faint toning in the map.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $100

Closed on 12/7/2011

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