Antique Maps of Sri Lanka
Richard Nicholson of Chester
A World of Antique Maps and Prints
Established in 1961
All the Maps on this page are guaranteed to be genuine early specimens
published in or around the year stated
17th Century
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Ceylon, G. Mercator and H. Hondius, c.1640
23374 Ceylon, G. Mercator / H. Hondius, c.1640. Price: 295.00
INS. CEILAN QUAE INCOLIS TENARISIN DICTUR
An early engraved map of the the country orientated with east at the top. Embellished with three decorative cartouches. Animals on the land area. Two compass roses and four ships on the sea. 19 1/4 x 13 1/2 inches. Uncoloured. Brown stain in the right hand blank margin, otherwise good clean condition.
RICHARD NICHOLSON
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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.