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LOT 469

Lot 469

Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)

Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)
Lot 469 Details
Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)

JOURNAL OF H.M.S. ENTERPRISE ON THE EXPEDITION IN SEARCH OF SIR JOHN FRANKLIN'S SHIPS BY BEHRING STRAIT

8vo., 1st edition, 531pp., colour lithograph frontispiece with tissue guard, six colour fold out maps, photogravure portrait of Admiral Collinson, 32 page publisher's catalogue, in modern blue 1/2 calf cloth boards with original gilt naval pennant trophy to the cover, London: Sampson Low, Marston, Searle, & Rivington, Limited, 1889
8.75 x 6 in — 22.2 x 15.2 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $3,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)
  • Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)
  • Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)
  • Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)
  • Captain Richard Collinson, C.B., R.N. (1811-1883)

CONDITION DETAILS

In good rebound condition; pages clean and bright; minor foxing to fold out maps

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