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Shipwrecks and Salvage in South Africa - 1505 to the present
Malcolm Turner
Description:
Copiously illustrated throughout with photographs, line drawings and maps. 224p. Book is in good condition. Fascinating and comprehensive account of shipwrecks off the coast of South Africa, from the earliest recorded Portuguese wreck to the famous Grosvenor amongst others. All aspects are covered, including cargoes, treasure, salvage techniques and underwater archaeology.
Details:
- Publisher: C. Struik
- Publisher Place: Cape Town
- Date of Publication: 1988
- Edition: First
- Jacket Condition: Good
- Binding Condition: Good
- Overall Condition: Good
- Lot No: 212
- Hammer Price: $33
- Bids: 3
- Visits: 58
- Estimate: $50-60
- Reserve: $30
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Seller Details:
- Name: Ike's Books and Collectables
- Address: 48a Florida Road, Durban 4001
- Contact Person: Joanne Rushby
- Country of Origin: South Africa
- Email: ikesbooks@iafrica.com
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- Preferred Payment Methods: VISA, Mastercard, Diners Club
- Trade Association: SABDA
- Additional Information: We specialise in Africana, antiquarian, modern first editions, travel and exploration, and sport.


