Africa Nile source Mountains of Moon 1768 W.H. Toms engraved historical map Baden The index locates buildings and

The index locates buildings and institutions which likely have moved or no longer exist such as an Absinthe House

Aphroditopolis

Item is surprisingly heavy

Fine and uncommon old engraved map with attractive original outline hand color

gilt still bright

Africa Nile source Mountains of Moon 1768 W.H. Toms engraved historical map Baden The index locates buildings andAfrica Interior. Of note for the clear bold depiction of the apocryphal mountains of the moon as the source of the Nile. Issued 1768, London. Engraved by W. H. Toms. Fine mid 18th century engraved historical map with attractive hand color. Of note for the remarkably clear and bold placement of the apocryphal Mts. of the Moon chain, a supposed mysterious and unknown source of the Nile. Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age