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Auction 106, Lot 248

"Plan of the Town & Fort of Grenada . By Mr. De Caylus, Engineer General of the French Islands", Caylus

Subject: Grenada

Period: 1762 (published)

Publication: London Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
6.9 x 8.8 inches
17.5 x 22.4 cm
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Detailed map showing soundings, anchorages, and shoals in the harbor, and barracks, parade ground, church and the guardroom in the fort. The map is fully engraved with vegetation and shows the location of an Ancient Town abandon'd. Includes an inset of "The Isle of Grenada."

References: Jolly LOND-219; Sellers & Van Ee #2103.

Condition: A+

Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 3/3/2004

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