 People
looking at antique maps and prints are often surprised when they discover
how old they are, yet how reasonably priced compared with other
antiques. Most of the items displayed at the fair are at least 100 years
old, but printed maps can date back to the 15th Century: It is possible
to find maps that pre-date the discovery of America in 1492!
Maps offer a wide variety of themes to collectors
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Countries, Towns & Counties
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Myths and legends, like Taprobana (Sri Lanka) or the mystical Kingdom of
Quivira in North America
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Cartographical curiosities, for example California depicted
as an island, a perception that lasted over a century!
You are invited to contact the Fair by e-mail;
any requests for information will be passed on to our exhibitors who will
be happy to send specific quotes. However a recent request for "treasure
maps - but only genuine ones" was not taken very seriously! |
