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Auction 179, Lot 408

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"South America from the Best Authorities", Tegg, Thomas

Subject: South America

Period: 1823 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.2 x 7.8 inches
23.4 x 19.8 cm
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An attractive small map of South America extending north into Mexico and south to South Georgia and Sandwich Land. The mythical Lake Parima still appears in the northern part of the continent despite the late publication date. Includes detail of coastal place names, river systems, and topography.

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Condition: A

Issued folding with a few faint spots.

Estimate: $60 - $80

Sold for: $40

Closed on 9/16/2020

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