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"[Lot of 2] Australia"

Subject: Australia

Period: 1840-50 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

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First is a nice map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin and published by John Tallis, c. 1850 (12.6 x 10"). There is great detail along the coasts and the unexplored interior is filled with a table of the counties. Second (10 x 8.1") by J. Dower, c. 1840. Detail is confined primarily to the coasts and a bit of New South Wales. The territory of South Australia is shown by dotted lines.

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Condition: B

First with a couple of small spots and edge tears. Second with minor creasing at center.

Estimate: $100 - $150

Sold for: $75

Closed on 6/8/2005

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