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Auction 139, Lot 404

"A New and Correct Chart of England Scotland and Ireland", Mount & Page

Subject: Britain

Period: 1750 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
21.8 x 17.6 inches
55.4 x 44.7 cm
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This west-oriented sea chart shows the coastal regions of the British Isles, including information about sand banks and water depth. The coats-of-arms for England, Scotland and Ireland are centered within each country. The chart also includes two compass roses.

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Condition: B

Light soiling and professional paper restoration in the blank margins with several short tears and small worm holes near centerfold that have also been professionally repaired.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $250

Closed on 2/15/2012

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