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⫸ 1973-2 February MARS The Red Planet National Geographic Map - VTG #1

$ 7.39

Availability: 72 in stock
  • Year: 1973
  • Condition: VTG - Actual photos of item. Very Good to Excellent Condition, except has two 1/8" tears in the border of the map at the edge through 4 layers of the edge (see last two photos). NO other observed pinholes, rips, stains, repairs, markings, holes, fading or discoloration, scuffing, etc. and both sides are clean. Light age toning.
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

    Description


    1973-2 February MARS The Red Planet National Geographic Map - VTG #1
    One of the most popular National Geographic maps. The very popular educational map-side contains three artist views of the red planet, looking from different angles, with features on the planet described. There are also two smaller maps of the polar areas, plus information about the physical attributes of the red planet, such as how various features on the planet were named, the magnetic field, temperatures, clouds, winds, atmosphere, surface color, seasons, comparative size to other planets, it's place in our solar system, and the like. The reverse-side contains an artist's conception what it would look like on the dusty face of Mars, plus information on the known satellites of Mars, and an index of features.
    Map is approximately 23” x 38”.
    The National Geographic is known for it's fine maps & detailed information.
    Supplement to the National Geographic Magazine; magazine is not included.
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