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File:PtolemyWorldMap.jpg

Summary

English: Ptolemy's 150 CE World Map (redrawn in the 15th century). The British Library Harley MS 7182, ff 58v-59.

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Camera manufacturer HP
Camera model HP psc1300
Y and C positioning Co-sited
Exif version 2.2
Colour space sRGB

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