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Auction 93, Lot 271

"Ins. Vaygats", Bertius, Petrus

Subject: Russia

Period: 1610 (circa)

Publication: Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum

Color: Black & White

Size:
4.9 x 3.4 inches
12.4 x 8.6 cm
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An interesting miniature map of present day Ostrov Vaygach depicting the narrow strait between the island and "Samueden land". The sea is filled with sailing ships and the land is engraved with tiny hunting scenes.Latin text on verso with minor show-through, mostly affecting margins.

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Condition: A

Latin text on verso with minor show-through, mostly affecting margins.

Estimate: $110 - $130

Sold for: $80

Closed on 12/6/2000

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