Handsome
original 1882 antique county map of Kent, printed more
than 138 years ago.
- The map was drawn and
engraved by noted mapmaker John Bartholomew of
London and has wonderful detail throughout.
- It shows cities,
towns, railroads, wagon roads, canals, parks, railway stations, and
other
local landmarks.
- Among the named places and features are Ashford,
Canterbury, Dover,
Hawkhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Seven Oaks, Greenwich, Dartford, Ramsgate,
Faversham, Folkestone, Romney Marsh, Maidstone, Headcorn, Paddock
Woods, River Medway, Sheppey Island, Sandwich, and more.
- Condition: This map is in very good condition,
bright and clean, with a vertical center fold, as issued, and no
marks, rips, or tears. It is blank on the back, with no printing on the
reverse side. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.
- This is an original, authentic antique map, not
a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be
genuine.
- It was published in the 9th edition of the Encyclopædia
Britannica, and is identified as Plate I, Volume XIV. The
image area measures
19.3 x 26.7 cm [7¾" x 10½"].
- The map would make a handsome display in your den or
office. It
would
also make a perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips
for your reference, along with a photocopy of the dated title page from
the book in which it was published.
- Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine
shipping on the
purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything
at one time, not individually.
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