RICHARD NICHOLSON of CHESTER
A World of Antique Maps and Prints
ANTIQUE MAPS of THE BRITISH ISLES
and MANY PARTS OF THE WORLD
Established in 1961
I AM A DEALER IN ORIGINAL ANTIQUE MAPS WITH A LARGE SELECTION
OF COUNTY MAPS OF THE BRITISH ISLES DATING FROM 1580 TO 1900
LEARNING
You can learn about antique maps in my Guide. It gives you information on man early mapmakers and tips on dating them. Many of the maps offered for sale have a button linking you more information about the cartographer. Just like English hallmarked silver, antique maps can very often be dated to a particular year.
BUYING
Every original antique map I offer for sale is priced. As long as your order is over 15 pounds you can enjoy free postage to any UK address. There is an additional charge for parcels sent overseas.
COLLECTING
Antique maps are fascinating and beautiful items to collect. They offer a unique way to look back to the past and help us to understand how our country and our world has altered over time. How they were made and how they have survived makes them very collectible works of art as well as being a unique gift for a special occassion.
FAKES
Thankfully here are very few fakes around but there are quite a number of different series of reproduction maps. So try and get a chance to see some real antique maps then you will realize what to look for. Buying from a reputable maps specialist as in any field of antiques is always best. They know all about the maps they are selling and very often the prices will be fair and reasonable and they will guarantee the age of the map.
GUARANTEE
Thankfully here are very few fakes around but there are quite a number of different series of reproduction maps. So try and get a chance to see some real antique maps then you will realize what to look for. Buying from a reputable maps specialist as in any field of antiques is always best. They know all about the maps they are selling and very often the prices will be fair and reasonable and they will guarantee the age of the map.
ABOUT ME
I have been selling old maps since 1961. I had a gallery at 25 Watergate Street, Chester for 30 years. Yes I am now getting on in years but still very much enjoy the buying, selling and handling these wonderful old pieces of history. As well as doing my best to help and advise new and old customers with their collecting
When I discovered antique maps it changed my life. I do not promise that they will do that for you but I am sure they will give you a lot of pleasure and interest.
You can mix an order with maps and prints. Orders sent to a UK address are postage and packing free. There is, however, a minimum order value of 15 pounds
If you do not wish to use the shopping cart you can telephone me with your order. Payment direct to my Bank Account or by Credit Card - Visa and Mastercard
If you prefer to order by telephone please ring 01244 336004. Overseas 44 1244 336004
RICHARD NICHOLSON
of CHESTER
Stoneydale
Pepper Street
Christleton
Chester
CH3 7AG
Telephone
01244 336004
International 44 1244 336004
I have been buying and selling antique maps since the early 1960's during which time I had a gallery in Watergate Street, Chester for 30 years. I am now able to offer through my websites a personal service to map and print collectors.
