Item description

The items described in this catalog are carefully examined and we give a condition report. Dimensions are given and we use the printed image (the so-called neat line for copper engravings).

• Height is shown first. We show dimensions in centimeters and inches.
• The given sizes for Medieval manuscript leaves and printed pages are those of the leaves.
• If not stated, the items are produced in copper engraving.
  Other techniques are wood block or lithography. 20th century vintage posters are often offset printing.
• We state if the item is in its original colors or if the colors have been added recently. We do not systematically color-up our antique maps and prints. We take pride on offering a large selection of fine black and white maps.
• Please read the color key for more details.
• The date mentioned in the description is the date of publication of the described item.
• We do not sell reproductions.

Descriptions are made with 45 years of experience in the map trade!

Most FAQs are answered in the provided links, If not, please contact us here !

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Do you offer Certificates of Authenticity ?
Yes. We provide a certificate by default with every purchase. The certificate is in a PDF-format. If you prefer to receive a printed certificate, just let us know. LEARN MORE

What methods of payment do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, PayPal, bank transfers, checks in U.S. dollars drawn on a U.S. bank. LEARN MORE

How do you ship?
We usually ship flat between sturdy cardboard. Large maps are rolled and shipped in solid tubes.
Purchases from European buyers will be sold in the European VAT system and VAT is included but not reclaimable. LEARN MORE

Do you ship to all parts of the world?
Yes. We ship internationally with insured, trackable DHL Priority service. Shipments are insured for the full invoice value. LEARN MORE

What is your return policy if I am not satisfied with my purchase?
If you are not satisfied, notify us promptly and return the item in the same condition for a refund of the purchase price.

Do you provide a condition report?
We describe condition, noting issues such as toning, foxing, trimmed or extended margins, reinforced folds or repaired tears.
When no remarks are made the item has no condition issues. LEARN MORE
We provide a unique map grading system (HiBCoR) LEARN MORE

Do you color up antique maps?
Maps were initially colored for aesthetic reasons and to improve readability. Later application of color to a map originally printed in black and white, does not make it a fake. Skillfully applied modern color enhances the beauty and thus, the value of many maps.
However we do systematically color up maps. When we acquire b/w maps we keep them in their original state. LEARN MORE

Do you auction?
We are not an auction house. We buy from private collectors, dealers and pay promptly. Occasionally we accept items on consignment.

Do you offer appraisals?
We do lot make appraisals.

Do you buy?
We buy from private collectors, dealers and pay promptly. Occasionally we accept items on consignment. When you want to sell an item we can make an offer from photographs sent via the Internet. We specialize in 16th- to 19th-century maps, atlases, and globes. Medieval manuscripts and travel posters.

To sell your items you have to contact Pierre Joppen and submit an image and some general information. LEARN MORE