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A map of Scotland by Mercator, one of the most important cartographers
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An early map of Scotland by Gerard Mercator, best known for the world map on a rectangular projection named after him, and for using the word 'atlas' to describe a book of maps.
First issued 1595, it is decorated with a large strapwork title cartouche incorporating a scale of 'Miliaria Scotia'.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 400 × 350 mm |
|---|---|
| Cartographer | |
| Date | 1623 |
| Extra Info | Scotia Regnum. |
| Publication | Amsterdam, Jodocus Hondius Jnr, c.1613, Latin text edition. Coloured. 350 x 400mm. |
| Condition | A good example. |
| References | – |
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