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"Karte von der Insel St. Christoph zur Allgemeinen Historie der Reisen", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: St. Kitts

Period: 1759 (published)

Publication: Allgemeine Historie der Reisen zu Wasser und zu Lande

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.9 x 7.6 inches
30.2 x 19.3 cm
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This is an uncommon German edition of Bellin's lovely map of St. Kitts. It is fully engraved with mountains, rivers, lakes, and towns. The island has twelve quarters and parishes, which are sometimes indicated by hand coloring, but not on this example. In the center of the island a note on the mountain Berg Misery locates Schwefel-adern (veins of sulfur). Grosse Salzgrube, Stadt Basse Terre, forts, churches, and more are identified. Decorated with baroque-style title and scale of miles cartouches and a fleur-de-lys.

References: Tooley (MCC-81) St. Christopher #34.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression issued folding, now flat, with light foxing.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $50

Closed on 9/11/2024

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