Corsica Sardinia Italy Italia c.1605-20 Mercator minor rare hand color map English Colonies San Francisco by the Pacific

San Francisco by the Pacific Sightseeing Company

Children's Book

Overall sound condition

the hand colors rather appealing

Corsica Sardinia Italy Italia c.1605-20 Mercator minor rare hand color map English Colonies San Francisco by the PacificThe Islands of Corsica and Sardinia Italy. (Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Europe) Issued c. 1600 1620, Europe. After Mercator, this called Mercator Minor map. Scarce early 17th century engraved map, with lovely hand color. Strapwork titles cartouche. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, text on reverse as issued, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 7" x 10 7 8" . Engraved Area Measures c. 5 3 8" x 7". B15923