A new and accurate chart of the world whereon are described lines shewing the variations of the Magnetic Needle according to observations made by several experienced navigators about the year 1744. By Eman Bowen geographer to His Majesty.

Scale: circa 1:55,000,000. World map with isogonic lines for the year 1744. Mercator's projection. Map 1 of Complete Atlas by Bowen (copy at PBD5440).

Object Details

ID: G201:1/24(2)
Collection: Charts and maps
Type: Chart
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Bowen, Emanuel
Places: World
Date made: 1752
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Sheet: 59 cm x 48 cm
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