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Auction 96, Lot 602
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"Atlas of Columbus and the Great Discoveries", Nebenzahl, Kenneth

Subject: Cartographic Reference

Period: 1990 (published)

Publication: Rand McNally

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Size:
11.3 x 14.8 inches
28.7 x 37.6 cm
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Celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Discovery of America, the book presents a selection of the most significant materials of the period, beginning with the world as known to Europeans before Columbus' first voyage. Over 100 color illustrations depicting maps by Ptolemy, Pizzagano, Martellus, Waldseemuller, Mercator, Hondius and others. First printing of a very nice reference work. Hard bound with title in gilt, 167 pages, index & bibliography.

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Condition: A

Near new, no dustjacket, one smudge on cover.

Estimate: $50 - $60

Sold for: $0

Closed on 9/12/2001

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