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Auction 131, Lot 501
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"Geological Map of Europe, Exhibiting the Different Systems of Rocks…", Johnston, Keith

Subject: Europe

Period: 1856 (published)

Publication: The Physical Atlas of Natural Phenomena

Color: Printed Color

Size:
24.3 x 20 inches
61.7 x 50.8 cm
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This informative and colorful geological map indicates eight formations throughout the continent to include Iceland, western Russia to the Urals, Turkey and the Holy Land. Geology by Sir Roderick I. Murchison and James Nicol. Legend gives the formation names in English, French and German. Surrounded by keyboard-style border. Blank verso.

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Condition: B+

A very nice example with bright color, dark impression and full margins. Short marginal splits along centerfold just into border top and bottom, otherwise very good.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $210

Closed on 3/17/2010

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