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Auction 166, Lot 743

"Watson's New and Complete Illustrated Atlas of the World. Indexed...", Watson, Gaylord

Subject: Atlases

Period: 1885 (published)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
11.7 x 14.1 inches
29.7 x 35.8 cm
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Complete illustrated world atlas containing eighty-two maps and diagrams with several interesting comparative charts, flags and coats of arms from various nations, and a bird's-eye view of the Holy Land. This atlas uses a licensed edition of Cram's maps with sheets attached to the atlas with a backstrap (uncommon for this late date). Includes fine, double-page maps of Texas and California. Filled with wood engravings in text. Very handsome graphics and embossing on cloth cover. Title, table of contents, text and maps, index. 262 pages.

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Condition: B

The maps are mostly clean with light scattered foxing. There are several edge tears to the title page and thematic maps at the beginning of the volume. The covers have separated from the text block. Covers are lightly worn and edges are bumped.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $200

Closed on 2/14/2018

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