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Scotland III. Orkneys, Shetlands and Hebrides.

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  • PUBLISHER: Published for the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge by Edward Stanford, London.

  • MEDIUM: Engraving, hand colored,

    DATE: 1874

  • EDITION SIZE: 14 5/8 x 12 7/16" (372 x 317mm).

  • DESCRIPTION: Divided map with the Hebrides on left, the Orkneys and Shetlands on right. The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, better known as SDUK, was an English enterprise devoted to spreading the most up to date cartographic information and enhancing geographical understanding and knowledge of the world. Over a period of years, the maps that the SDUK produced were issued by various publishers. The following is a breakdown. Baldwin & Craddock, 1829-36. Chapman & Hall, 1844. C. Knight, 1844-52. G. Cox, 1852-3. Stanford, 1857-70. The maps from this series are known for their fine engraving and attention to detail.

  • ADDITIONAL INFO:

  • CONDITION: Good condition with original color.

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  • CATEGORIES: Maps , Maps

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