Mercator; Hondius: Islandia / Per Gerardum Mercatorem

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Mercator; Hondius : Islandia / Per Gerardum Mercatorem

Hondius, Amsterdam, c. 1609

Hand Colored, Very Good;, Size : 283x436 (mm), 11.14x17.17 (Inches)

This early map of Iceland depicts the volcano Hecla burning with fire and smoke, but misses the large glaciers that make up much of the interior. A compass and a sea monster decorate the sea.

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