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Auction 186, Lot 738
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"Physical Chart of the Pacific Ocean or Great Sea (Mare Pacifico)...", Johnston, W. & A.K.

Subject: Pacific Ocean

Period: 1855 (dated)

Publication: The Physical Atlas of Natural Phenomena

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23.2 x 18.7 inches
58.9 x 47.5 cm
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This detailed chart covers the entire Pacific Ocean and is filled with navigational information including currents, trade winds, and water temperature. Several trade routes are shown crossing the ocean with a color-coded key at bottom right. A thorough explanation of various signs used on the chart are included at bottom left.

References: Phillips (Atlases) #229.

Condition: A

On a sturdy clean sheet with a short centerfold separation confined to the top blank margin that has been closed on verso with paper tape.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 2/9/2022

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