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Auction 143, Lot 841

"Rand, McNally & Co.'s Pocket Atlas of the World", Rand McNally & Co.

Subject: Atlases

Period: 1887 (published)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
3.7 x 5.8 inches
9.4 x 14.7 cm
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A wonderful small pocket atlas that is "illustrated by more than One Hundred Colored Diagrams" and maps, including all U.S. states and territories. The atlas is filled with facts on each of the U.S. States and many countries around the world, such as population, exports, and salaries of government officials. This is the 1887 revised edition of the 1885 issue. Paperback with decorative cover, title page, index to plates, text and maps. 191 pages. In very nice condition considering its intended use.

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Condition: B

Maps are in very good to good condition, with a damp stain along fore-edge affecting some maps. The map of southern South America has a chip in bottom corner. The spine is cracked and the covers are stained.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $50

Closed on 2/13/2013

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