Al Molto Magco. Sigor. Marco del Sole Sigor. mio Ossermo. Essendomi Questi di Addietro Occorso di Fare Intagliare, una Carta da Nauigare
Full Title
Al Molto Magco. Sigor. Marco del Sole Sigor. mio Ossermo. Essendomi Questi di Addietro Occorso di Fare Intagliare, una Carta da Nauigare d.v. Seruitore Ferando Berteli
Map Creator
Bertelli, Ferando
Date Original
1566 ca.
Description
This very rare map shows the place names, rivers, and mountains of Europe, north-western Africa, the northern half of South America, and North America. Rhumb lines cross the Atlantic Ocean from seven points, including an ornate compass rose. Two features make this map particularly significant. First, this is the earliest appearance of the word 'Canada' on a printed map. Second, this map also features an early attempt to include the Mississippi River, though it flows more in the direction of the Rio Grande and remains unlabeled.
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The title is derived from the dedication text engraved over Africa.
File Format
JPEG2000
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