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Country code |
GB |
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Repository code |
234 |
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Repository |
National Records of Scotland |
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Reference |
RHP9788 |
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Title |
Map of the whole continent of America divided into North and South and West Indies |
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Dates |
1794 |
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Access status |
Open |
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Access conditions |
Some access restrictions apply: Consult National Records of Scotland staff. |
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Location |
On site (Sighthill) |
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Description |
'A new map of the whole continent of America. Divided into north and south and west indies.' Compiled from Mr d'Anville's maps and others. Published by Laurie & Whittle, 53 Fleet Street, London.
Multiple scales. 1045 x 1212 mm. Engraving. Linen backing. Dissected into 2 sheets. Compass rose.
Map showing North and South America and the Caribbean area (West Indies). Countries, regions, towns, rivers, mountains, and areas of land occupied by native peoples shown. Inset map of Baffin island and Hudson bay. Vignette with flora and fauna from the Americans. Table showing division of the continents and islands amongst different possessors. |
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Level |
File |
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Extent |
1 plan, folded |
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Related material |
GD224 |
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Archival history |
Papers of the Montague-Douglas-Scott Family, Dukes of Buccleuch (GD224) |
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