Antique Map Of The British Isles From Giovanni Magini's 1598 Edition Of Ptolemy's Geography


The Latin title of this map is Britanica Insulae (British Isles).

The Italian title of this map is Nuova Descrittione dell'Isole Britannice (New Description of the British Isles).


The text below the map provides a description of the islands and a discussion on the etymology of

Hibernia (Ireland).


This map was part of an Italian edition of Ptolemy's Geographia.


The text on the other side is titled DELL'EVROPA (Of Europe).

It describes Europe as abundant in various goods like gems and spices, which are primarily imported from Asia.


Some foxing, writing, crease on corner and very minor damage on map as shown in photos.


Measurements shown in photos.


Map will be sent in a box for extra protection.


Signature required upon delivery.