Frequently asked questions

Where can I find you? Can I visit your shop?

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Framing and mounting (matting) tips

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Can I come to view a print or map at your premises?

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What is an “original” antique map? How can there be more than one original?

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How do we determine the publication date of antique maps?

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How long will my order take to reach me?

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I need my item sent quickly. How quickly can you get it to me?

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Can you let me know when my order has been dispatched?

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Can you send me tracking information for my order?

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Do you post/ship antique maps and prints to my country?

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Will my order be carefully packed and protected?

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Can you offer a discount?

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Can I set up a trade account?

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Is the print or map an original?

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How do I verify that my print/map is authentic?

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Will I receive a certificate of authenticity?

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Is the date of publication printed on the item?

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Where did you get the print/map from?

The provenance of each item is stated in the product listing. [...]
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Can you send me a scan of the whole print/map including the margins?

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What are the dimensions of the print/map?

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Is this item a paper, wooden or metal object?

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What is the weight of the paper on which the print/map is printed?

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Does the print/map come in a different size?

Items offered for sale as original items are only available in the size at which they were originally printed. The limitations of traditional engraving methods did not offer flexibility to print the same image in different sizes. If you find a similar engraved image offered for sale elsewhere in a d [...]
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If my item is not as expected, can I return it for a refund?

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Do you sell reproductions?

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Do you offer appraisal and valuation services for antique maps and prints?

Yes, we can provide an opinion of the value of your maps or prints. We charge £100 per hour, with a minimum charge of 1 hour, and will provide you with our written opinion of valuation. Depending on the nature of the items to be appraised, we can usually provide valuations for several items per hour [...]
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The antique map/print I like is uncoloured. Can you get it hand coloured for me?

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What is an antique map/print/ What is a vintage map/print?

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Do you offer framing and matting/mounting services for antique maps and prints?

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