Very rare,Very Large Closes Fishermans Chart of the North Sea October
Closes Fishermans Chart of the North Sea October This is a remarkable find these Working charts are commonly discarded and destroyed when out of date or damaged. Up for sale is this large very rare used antique navigational Fishing chart or map of The North Sea, drawn by By Albert Close, sold by Edward Stanford Ltd, London. It is dated . It is 2 large sheets of paper laid into a heavy linen. Measures about 41" x 61". This chart was used on a fishing vessel out of the harbour of Lowestoft, Suffolk, And has some of their original courses plotted on this chart, This is a one of a kind. The original skipper's name is on the back of this navigational chart HG Blowers Please note that there is a tear at the bottom / Top centre of the chart, many creases, spots of wear, staining and soiling on the back. This all adds history and charm to this piece Please view all 12 photos to help judge condition. will ship in a rigid tube with insurance. Size of Item & Shipped Weight Size: 105 cm x 158 cm. Shipped Weight: under 1.5 kg. -------------------------------------------------------- Nautical charts Nautical charts (also known as marine or hydrographic charts) are maps primarily intended for navigation and should provide the mariner with clear, correct and up to date information to help plan, plot and navigate a safe course. Charts are designed to be working documents; they are often amended and written on, and are commonly discarded when out of date or damaged. As a result, they are much less likely to survive than ordinary maps. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit