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On Mon, 2 Feb 1998 16:41:30 EST Brian Marshall <[log in to unmask]>
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> I am compiling a list of maps of New Zealand published in nineteenth
> century periodicals, and need help with the following:
>
> In volume 7 (new series), 1844, of The Chritian Remembrancer, there
> is a map titled Diocese of New Zealand.  London, Printed for the
> Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, February 1843.  The map
> precedes page 393.   I have seen this map only on microfilm, so need
> the following details please:  scale, measurements within the neat
> lines, and whether the map is coloured or black and white.   Any
> other details that appear on the map (engraver, etc.) would also be
> useful.   Can anyone help, please.
>
> Brian Marshall
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> Brian Marshall
> Geography Librarian                        "It is not good for the
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Dear Brian,
 
The quick answer to your enquiry is:
 
Scale: 1:6,336,000
Measurements within neat line: 26.5 x 21cm
Colour / Black & White?: Black & White
Other details: "Drawn & Engraved by J. Archer"
 
I hope this helps.
With best wishes,
 
Nick Millea
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