1820 - Jan Mayen Island. The North West Coast derived from a map by C.G. Zorgdrager and the South East Coast from an Actual Survey by W. Scoresby Junior. - Antique Map

1820

Maker: Scoresby / Constable

Antique map of Jan Mayen Island published by A. Constable & Co., 1820. Probably from Scoresby's 1820 Account of the Arctic Regions. Jan Mayen is a Norwegian volcanic island in the Arctic Ocean with no permanent population. Jan Mayen is home to Beerenberg, which is the northernmost active volcano in the world. This map includes topography and some interesting landmarks, such as "rock like a sail." Measures approx. 4.5 x 7.5 inches to the neatline. Very good antique condition with toning and some tiny spots.

Item Number: POL027