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Auction 115, Lot 568

"An Exact Map of the Crim, (Formerly Taurica Chersonesus)", Anon.

Subject: Ukraine

Period: 1739 (published)

Publication: Gentleman's Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
12.5 x 8.8 inches
31.8 x 22.4 cm
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Detailed and handsome map centered on the Sea of Azov detailing the ongoing war between the Russians and Turks. The map is filled troop locations and battlefields - 31 of which are listed in a keyed legend at bottom of map.

References: Jolly GENT-3.

Condition: B

Folding as issued on thick paper with a lovely watermark featuring a crown and "GB." Toned along some folds, one marginal split.

Estimate: $50 - $60

Sold for: $35

Closed on 6/21/2006

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