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Auction 175, Lot 685

"The C.A. Gaskell Family and Business Atlas of the World New and Complete...", Gaskell, C. A.

Subject: Atlases

Period: 1894 (published)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
11.9 x 14.1 inches
30.2 x 35.8 cm
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This complete atlas contains 86 single-page and 15 double-page maps of the world. Features nice double-page maps of the world, United States, Texas, and California as well as a single-page map of Oklahoma and Indian Territory. A number of city maps are included as well including Baltimore, Cincinnati, Chicago, St. Louis, New Orleans, and San Francisco. The first 20 pages consist of a variety of thematic maps, and the volume ends with a chronological history of the world and an extensive place name index. Hardbound in green cloth with gilt title on the front cover.

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Condition: A

Contents are near fine with pleasant light toning throughout. The table of contents has a small tear at the gutter, but the atlas is otherwise without tears or separations. Covers have minor wear and bumped edges.

Estimate: $220 - $250

Sold for: $160

Closed on 11/13/2019

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