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standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) & a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx)
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standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) & a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx)
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standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) & a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx)
- TO SEE ALL THE OPTIONS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- LAMINATED wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless they have been laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- ENCAPSULATED wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- PLEASE NOTE: many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above.


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Sizes:
standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) & a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx)
- TO SEE ALL THE OPTIONS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- LAMINATED wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless they have been laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- ENCAPSULATED wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- PLEASE NOTE: many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above.


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Encapsulated version of the standard size, 112 x 76cm (44” x 30” approx), Pacific centred political map of the world in the NGS Executive series which offers current information presented in elegant antique style. Countries are in rich but muted colours and oceans in beige, with additional panels and framing in shades of brown.An unusual feature of this series is the excellent presentation of the ocean floor, with impressive relief shading to show the continental shelf around the land masses and numerous ridges, many with names. Unfortunately, although clear and very effective on all the sizes of this design, the samples presented here cannot do full justice to such fine detail.On land, the map has relief shading with names of main mountain ranges. Heights for peaks are given
in feet. Within USA boundaries and names of states are shown. Four insets present the Arctic and the Antarctic, plus vegetation/land use and population density world maps. Also provided are lists of 10 largest countries by area and by populations. Projection is Winkel Tripel, which reduces distortion of land masses as they near the poles.NGS Executive Style World Maps are published in three sizes: standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) and a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx) - TO SEE ALL THE OPTIONS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.LAMINATED and ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- LAMINATED wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens
without any damage to the map but, unless they have been laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- ENCAPSULATED wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid and heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof and do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- PLEASE NOTE: many publishers and retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles and descriptions follow the definitions provided above.
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Encapsulated version of the standard size, 112 x 76cm (44” x 30” approx), Pacific centred political map of the world in the NGS Executive series which offers current information presented in elegant antique style. Countries are in rich but muted colours & oceans in beige, with additional panels & framing in shades of brown. An unusual feature of this series is the excellent presentation of the ocean floor, with impressive relief shading to show the continental shelf around the land masses & numerous ridges, many with names. Unfortunately, although clear & very effective on all the sizes of this design, the samples presented here cannot do full justice to such fine detail. On l&, the map has relief shading with names of main mountain ranges. Heights for peaks are given in feet. Within USA boundaries & names of states are shown. Four insets present the Arctic & the Antarctic, plus vegetation/land use & population density world maps. Also provided are lists of 10 largest countries by area & by populations. Projection is Winkel Tripel, which reduces distortion of land masses as they near the poles.NGS Executive Style World Maps are published in three

Sizes:
standard (116.5 x 77.5cm / 46” x 30” approx), enlarged (185 x 122cm / 73” x 48” approx) & a 3-sheet set (296 x 193cm / 9ft 8” x 6ft 4” approx)
- TO SEE ALL THE OPTIONS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SERIES LINK.LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- LAMINATED wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless they have been laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- ENCAPSULATED wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- PLEASE NOTE: many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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