You are invited to peruse a collection of unique, authentic hand treated antique reproductions, from originals created between 1610 and 1623. Published as part of the most famous Atlas of the period by the master map maker, John Speede Esq.
The accuracy and quality of these antique maps was not surpassed for centuries. These maps are individually treated and presented on an antiqued parchment entirely in keeping with their historic nature. Each map is beautifully engraved and crammed with quite extraordinary detail. Fascinating and absorbing - the England that William Shakespeare knew and loved.
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But it's our customers who say the kindest things . . .
"Thank you for the antique map of The Invasions of England Wales & Ireland.
I have greatly enjoyed this old map. I would now like to purchase two further old maps -
Warwickshire and The World. Thank you for such a wonderful series"
(This and hundreds of other unsolicited testimonials are held at our offices.)
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And everyone who sees your map
will compliment you on your good taste!
Quite frankly our old maps are not a gift for everyone. You see, what sets our customers apart is their
appreciation of the finer things in life. After all, surrounding yourself with intriguing objects shows that
you're a person with many varied interests. Which is exactly the impression you'll be giving with one of
our prestigious Antique Maps on your wall! They also make a most unusual gift idea.
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You'll find the map looks, feels and even smells like a 400 year old original...
Let's face it. When you're buying a John Speed map you want it to look as old as an original one does.
And not one that looks mass-produced! Each map is faithfully reproduced on specially crafted paper,
then hand-treated giving it texture, aged aroma and the appearance of an old historical document.
In fact, unless you're an expert, our Old Maps look exactly like an original!
And all because of our secret process for ageing our maps.
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Our valued trade customers include:
BBC 2, Channel 4, York Minster, The Greenwich Maritime Museums, Madame Tussuad's,
The National Trust, Exeter Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle, Historic Scotland, Warwick Castle, Ely Cathedral, The Severn Valley Railway
and many other famous attractions worldwide.
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Acquire your own piece of history.
When you buy your old map you'll be acquiring your own piece of history.
Which other people will view as an old treasured heirloom handed down from generation to generation.
Which is why K.P. Vale of Glamorgan put in a second order. "Here is an order for a further seven maps.
They are to be placed in files with our family histories."
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You'll find old maps make ideal gifts . . .
whether for birthdays, 1st wedding anniversaries . . . (a unique paper gift) or just a most thoughtful and
and unusual gift idea for any man, woman or child. It's a present from the past that is always so well received. Particularly when chosen carefully so the area depicted is of personal interest to the recipient.
"It is a wedding present for a friend." wrote R.O. of Denmark
"I am absolutely delighted with the antique map. It is so interesting.
I would now like to purchase another map for my sister as a Christmas present."
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"My son would now like one for Christmas." M.F. Leicestershire
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Or even for research purposes...
"Thank you so much for your kind help, I look forward to receiving my antique map to
help my daughter with school project work in relation to this area of the country."
S.C. Warwickshire.
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Your old map . . . an ancient parchment, rich in history. . .
Imagine getting your hands on, owning and being able to read a fabled centuries old scroll . . .
faithfully recorded by learned scholars of that age.
These time aged dusty parchments are so authentic and rich in detail of civilisations long since lost . . . and
a real piece of history is exactly what you'll be enjoying with these fascinating and absorbing unique antique map reproductions.
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Just as R.C. of London discovered -
"Such historical antique maps are invaluable to scholars and a service to academics
studying the evolution of medieval towns and cities through the centuries.
I enclose an order for a further 5 maps."
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Amaze your friends . . .
with the knowledge you'll gain: county borders . . . discover how big some counties really were . . . and how much they've
shrunk over the centuries. You'll find out exactly how big the Roman Empire was,
in its heyday. Which counties have disappeared out of sight. See the towns which were
the 'cities' of their day and trace their history back to the times of William Shakespeare.
Villages that have simply disappeared, lost to the mists of time. Indeed a unique and unusual gift idea for any man, woman or child.
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You'll be transported back in time . . .
You'll receive an old map that will fascinate and enthral anyone.
You'll be transported back centuries . . . into a world of fascinating sea creatures . . . ships that were weighed down with treasure or trading commodities.
Old English town names that have long since perished . . .
boundaries that have disappeared . . . languages that have radically changed -
though you'll still recognise many of the town and village names.
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And there's a 100% Full Money Back Guarantee
If for any reason whatsoever you are less than completely delighted with your old map,
simply return the item to us, and your payment will be refunded. No questions asked. No special terms and conditions other than that we are unable to refund your return postage.
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So why not reserve your map now?
Wherever you decide to display your old map people will always pause to admire its beauty and you'll find it an enduring conversation point.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Our series of individually created reproduction maps charts & town plans are produced on
antiqued parchment by a secret process unique to The Old Map Company™.
We have supplied major heritage sites throughout the UK for some 50 years.
No other organisation is authorised to market these antiqued maps via the Internet. We do not condone and
WE HAVE NO CONNECTION WITH PARTIES CURRENTLY OFFERING
OUR REPRODUCTIONS AS ORIGINALS ON AUCTION SITES
AND ACHIEVING SALE PRICES OF UP TO TEN TIMES OUR OWN!
Therefore we would be grateful to hear of any infringement.
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Secure site information.
We provide you with a secure and fully integrated shopping cart system when ordering your old maps on line. Your payment will not be processed until your order is packed and ready for posting. We process payments in house via HSBC Merchant Services. None of the information you provide will ever be passed to any other organisation.
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