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Period: Mid-19th Century
Novelty Victorian sterling silver 'Knights Helmet' pepper pot made in 1869
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1869 by George Unite, this charming, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Pepper Shaker, is modelled to resemble a Knights helmet. The pepper pot measures 2...
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English Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Sterling Silver

1853-88 The Sporting Novels of Robert Smith Surtees
By Robert Smith Surtees
Located in Bath, GB
A smart set of the sporting novels of Surtees, a set of eight volumes including three first edition, colourfully illustrated by hand throughout. The collected sporting novels of Rob...
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British Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Life and Liberty in America by Charles Mackay, 1859
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Mackay, Charles. Life and Liberty in America: or, Sketches of a Tour in the United States and Canada, in 1857-8. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1859. Octavo. Illustrated with ten engra...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Fabric, Paper

Antique Tobacco Cutter
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
From the time of the great gadgetry. Cast iron pasta/tobacco cutter marked "MARKE AAL WERKE". Original and functional. Period: 19th century Origin: G...
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German Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Long Island Chart from 1828
Located in Norwell, MA
Rare original chart of Long Island Sound by E + G Blunt of New York, 179 Water St. "Surveyed in the years 1828, 29 & 30" Exceedingly rare and early chart, titled Long Island Sound fr...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1821 Map of the Rhine River Region by Vandermaelen – from Duisburg to Wesel
Located in Langweer, NL
This is an antique map titled "Carte de la Belgique d'après Ferraris", which translates to "Map of Belgium according to Ferraris." The map, created around 1821, covers the course of ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1848-1857 Dombey and Son, David Copperfield, Little Dorrit
Located in Bath, GB
The first editions in book form of three of Charles Dickens' best known novels. With 'David Copperfield' and 'Dombey and Son' present in early issues, and 'Little Dorrit' in its firs...
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British Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1850 Two-Volume Set of Lord Byron's Illustrated Works
By Lord Byron, William Anderson
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1850 two volume set of Byron's Works, printed by A. Fullerton, Edinburgh. Scarlet Morocco leather & gilt bound set filled with superb steel engravings of Italy, etc. Lord Byron's hom...
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Scottish Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

19th Century, Little Bicycle Made of Solid Wood with Metal Wheels
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century, little bicycle made of solid wood with pedals, adjustable seat and stable front part.
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French Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

1st Edition of ‘Rural & Domestic Life of Germany’ by W Howitt -1842
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING AN EXTREMELY RARE FIRST EDITION hardback copy of ‘The Rural and Domestic Life of Germany with Characteristic Sketches of its Cities and Scenery, Collected in a General To...
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English Country Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th Century Brown Brothers Cast Iron Boot Jack
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
19th century cast iron boot jack, with jacks on both ends and legs on both sides. Brown Brothers Foundry, patented May 18, 1869. 12" x 5". Collector's p...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Micro mosaic tablet, 19th Century
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A fine mid-19th century serpentine grand tour micro mosaic tablet or paperweight of the iconic St Peter's Vatican, The Colosseum of Rome, The Pantheon, The Ruins of The Roman Forum a...
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Italian Grand Tour Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Marble

"Balance of Sail" Print by Day & Son, Lithographers to the Queen, Dated 1864
Located in London, GB
A Victorian framed print of "Balance of Sail" by Day and Son, lithographers to the Queen. The bottom of the print is inscribed: LONDON. PUBL...
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European Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

19th Century French Iron Convict's Handcuff with Original Key
Located in Sofia, BG
Antique French iron convict's handcuff with original key made circa mid 19th century. Rare piece in very good condition.  
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

Large Antique Roman Hymnal or Song Book “Antiphonaire”, 1862
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Impressive antique hymnal or songbook titled "Antiphonaire, Antiphonarium Romanum," featuring Latin Gregorian hymns of Psalms, dated 1862. This large ...
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Georgian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Mid-19th Century Decorative Map of Asia with Cultural and Natural Vignettes
Located in Langweer, NL
John Tallis & Company, known for their decorative mid-19th-century maps, created this map of Asia. These maps were distinctive for their elaborate borders and detailed vignettes. The...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map, Cambridgeshire, J & C Walker, 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Cambridgeshire Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map, Durham, J & C Walker, 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Durham Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map - Middlesex. J & C Walker. 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Middlesex Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map, Buckinghamshire, J & C Walker, 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Buckinghamshire Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map, Derbyshire, J & C Walker, 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Derbyshire Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Original Antique English County Map, Rutland, J & C Walker, 1851
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great map of Rutland Original colour By J & C Walker Published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Co. 1851 Unframed.
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English Other Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

"Ships of War - Screw Gun Boat" lithograph by Day & Son, 1864
Located in London, GB
A Victorian framed print of "SHIPS OF WAR - Screw Gun Boat" by Day and Son, Lithographers to the Queen. Plate 84: The Modern System of Naval Architecture, Joh...
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English Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century
Located in Wien, AT
Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century. Wood carved Madonna with original polychrome painting, mostly gilded. Crosses on the crowns are missing, good condition. Traces o...
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Czech Bohemian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Detailed German Map of Australia Including Statistics of 1841, Published in 1854
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: "Detailed Map of Austral Land - 1854" This historic map, titled "Australland," was published in Glogau in 1854 by cartographer Carl Flemming. It's an intricately detailed dep...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Chinese Double Gourd Repoussé Snuff Bottle with Jade Buttons, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A mixture of finely powdered tobacco, herbs, and spices, snuff was introduced to China in the 17th century by Western diplomats. Initially reserved for ranking members of Qing-dynast...
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Chinese Qing Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Jade, Metal, Copper

Casey's Infantry Tactics by Brig. Gen. Silas Casey, Three Volume Set, 1862
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Casey, Brig. Gen. Silas. Infantry Tactics for the Instruction, Exercise, and Maneuvers of the Soldier, A company, line of Skirmishers, Battalion, Brigade, or Corps d'Armee. New York:...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric, Paper

Anglo-Indian / Vizagapatam Horn Veneered Watch Hutch of Architectural Form
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Anglo-Indian buffalo horn veneer on sandalwood watch hutch of architectural form made to resemble a mantle or bracket clock. The front with a pair of spiral columns centering a starb...
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Indian Anglo Raj Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bone, Horn, Wood

1840 "New Map of the City of New York With Part of Brooklyn & Williamsburg"
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a hand-colored, engraved folding map titled "New Map of the City of New York With Part of Brooklyn & Williamsburg" by J. Calvin Smith. The map was issued bound in the bo...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1830 Watercolor and Gouache Painted Vignettes of Eastern Entertainers
Located in Savannah, GA
The caption of this charming pen and ink, watercolor and gouache vignette reads "A troupe of Eastern Entertainers taken from diary of G. Copeland 1830." Perhaps a rememberance from...
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English Grand Tour Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Silk, Glass, Paint, Paper

Italian Bronze Mortar and Pestle, Signed, Christopher Eberhardt, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian bronze mortar and pestle. Christopher Eberhardt, Anno J667 Grabavw, Early 19th Century. Measures: 7.25" diameter at top, 5.75" diamete...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Bronze

Colt Distributors Quill Letter to Governor Beginning of Civil War, 1861
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This handwritten (it appears with quill) letter was addressed to the Governor of the state of Ohio in 1861- the beginning of the Civil War. Tyler Davidson, one of the major Colt distributors, is offering the Ohio Militia one to two thousand Colt Navy revolvers. They "can provide 100 per day at a cost of $22.50 each." This document from the files of Civil War General...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Other

British Possessions on the North West Coast of South America, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
The antique print is a page from an 1860 A Fullarton atlas, providing a comprehensive view of the British possessions on the northwest coast of South America during that time. It features a detailed map of the Island of Trinidad, as well as maps of British Guiana with routes by Sir Robert Schomburgk. The print includes ornate vignettes that showcase both the region's rich biodiversity with illustrations of local birds such as the Scarlet Ibis and Hummingbirds of Trinidad, and the giant water lily known as Victoria Regia. In addition to the natural history, the print also portrays cultural elements through depictions of the indigenous populations, specifically the Macusi and Caribisi Indians. It illustrates various aspects of their life, from the preparation of cassava and coffee to their dwellings, costumes, and idols. An image of a sugar mill...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th century Papier Mache Table Top Hinged Screen Butterfly and Bird Motif
Located in Savannah, GA
Unusual small size papier mache tabletop screen featuring hand painted flowers, a colorful bird and butterfly. Three brass hinged panels. Half round s...
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English Aesthetic Movement Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique County Map, Berkshire, English Framed Lithograph, Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Berkshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb lithography of Berksh...
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British Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique County Map, Middlesex, English, Framed, Litho, Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Middlesex. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb lithography of Middle...
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British Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

19th Century Gold Gilt Carved Holy Water
Located in London, GB
19th century gold gilt carved holy water We are proud to offer an exceptional example of an Italian 19th century gold gilt carved wood holy water. In untouched form this item is cl...
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Italian Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

1840 Map of the City of Washington Published by William M. Morrison
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This map, printed in 1840, is a detailed representation of Washington, D.C. in the mid-19th century. The map shows block numbers, wards, and government buildings as well as details o...
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American Federal Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Mid 19th Century English Wooden Cylindrical Match Box Ebonized Wood
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid 19th century English "go to bed light box" match holder, wood cylindrical shape with an ebonized finish. From a private collector who traveled the world ...
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English Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

Four Antique Battle Plans of Echmühl, Hohenlinden, Abensberg and Marengo, 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 4 antique battle plans. Included are: 1) Battle of Hohenlinden 3d. December 1800 2) Battle of Echmühl 22. April 1809 3) Battle of Arensberg 20. Ap...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of South Italy, illustrating the Invasion of Naples in, 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique battle map titled 'Map of South Italy, to illustrate the invasion of Naples in 1806 etc'. Map of South Italy illustrating the invasion of Naples. Wi...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Plan of the Battle of Abensberg in Germany
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique battle map titled 'Battle of Abensberg 20 April 1809'. Plan of the Battle of Abensberg, fought on 20 April 1809 between a Franco-German force under ...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Old German Map of Northern America with Attractive Hand Colouring, 1864
Located in Langweer, NL
Interesting German map of Northern America in a handsome coloring. Genuine antique hand colored map of North America, with handsome detail, in German detai...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

The Crack Shot; or, Young Rifleman's Complete Guide by Edward C. Barber, 1868
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Barber, Edward C. The Crack Shot; or, Young Rifleman's Complete Guide: Being a Treatise on the Use of the Rifle, With Rudimentary and Finishing Lessons; Including a Full Description ...
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American Late Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Fabric, Paper

Original Antique Map of England with Outline Coloring
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Angleterre'. Original old map of England with outline coloring. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1830.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of Turkey in Asia, with Frame Style Border
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Asie Ottomane ou Turquie d'Asie'. Attractive map of Turkey in Asia. The map covers the Asian territories claimed by the Turkish Ottoman Empire c.1850 from the Bla...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of England and Wales, Also Including the Isle of Man
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'England'. Original antique map of England and Wales from Northumberland to Cornwall from the St. George Channel east as far as the Strait of Dover. The Isle of Ma...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of England and Wales with Roman Numerals
Located in Langweer, NL
Untitled original antique map of England and Wales. Drawn & Engraved for Cobbetts 'Geographical Dictionary of England & Wales'. Published by William Cobbett, 1832.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of the British Isles and Part of the Coast of France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte Particuliere l'Angleterre (..)'. Original antique map of the British Isles and part of the coast of France. It shows England and part of Wales. Published by...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Map of England with Inset Maps of the Region of Liverpool and London
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'England'. Original antique map of England, with two inset maps of the region of Liverpool and London. This map originates from Tanner's 'Universal Atlas'. Publish...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique County Map, Staffordshire, English, Framed Litho, Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Staffordshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb lithography of St...
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British Victorian Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Waverley Novels in 50 Volumes by Sir Walter Scott, Boston, 1857
Located in Southampton, NY
Excellent and complete set of 50 Volumes of The Waverley Novels by Sir Walter Scott. Boston: Ticknor and Fields, 1857; The Household Edition. Finely bo...
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American Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Mid-19th Century Luneville Faience Miniature Trinket Commode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A miniature Luneville faience commode with 2 over 3 drawers, mid-19th Century - for jewelry & trinkets. One drawer edge with restoration. 4 1/4"w., 3"d., 3 1/2"h. Whitehall Antiques...
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French Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Faience

Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of L'Yonne, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dept. de l'Yonne'. Map of the French department of L'Yonne, France. L'Yonne is of France's premier Burgundy wine region and produces some of the worlds finest red...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of L'allier, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dept. De L'Allier'. Map of the French department of l'Allier, France. This area of France is known for its production of Saint-Pourçain wine. It is also one of th...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of Tarn Et Garonne, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de Tarn et Garonne'. map of the French department of Tarn et Garonne, France. This map is centered around the city of Moissac, which is known for its fine d...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Old Map of the French Department of Loir-et-cher, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de Loir et Cher'. Map of the French department Loir-et-Cher, France. This area is mainly known for its production of Selles-sur-Cher, a fine goats-milk chee...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Hand Colored Antique Map of the department of Loiret, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. du Loiret'. Map of the French department of Loiret, France. Surrounding the city of Orleans, Loiret is considered the heart of France and is a registered Unesco World Heritage Site. This area of France is also part of the Loire Valley wine region, and is especially known for its production of Pinot Noirs...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Hand Colored Antique Map of the Department of Basses-Alpes, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Aube'. Map of the French department of Basses-Alpes, France. The whole is surrounded by elaborate decorative engravings designed to illustrate both the...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Hand Colored Antique Map of the department of Aveyron, France
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Dépt. de l'Aveyron'. Map of the French department of Aveyron, France. This area of France, centered on Rodez, is famous for its production of Roquefort, a flavorful ewe's milk blue...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

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