DESCRIPTION: C19 newsprint engraving of ‘Hely’s Catamaran for the preservation of life from shipwreck, and of property at sea’. Hely’s invention sought to float provisions etc in a watertight container towards stricken vessels and sailors. Accompanied by some enlightening text. On the reverse is [#5271 Swedish Carriage].
STYLE:Engraving
COLOUR: Monochrome
SIZE (cm): 14.5 x 23.5
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PUBLICATION: n/pn
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DATE: n/d
COMMENTS: Excellent condition
SUBJECT: Transport & Industry
PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet  in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included.