** RARE ** Astronomical Chart Phases of the Moon James Reynolds Circa 1848

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James Reynolds (Designed and Engraved By John Emslie) : Transparent Diagram of the Phases of the Moon Published By James Reynolds London Undated But Circa 1848-1850 ……….. Rare Educational Astronomical Chart that lights up when placed in front of bright light……………..  (see pics)   Condition Of Chart: This is a Very Good Copy of this Educational Chart Undated But Circa 1848 – 1850.It shows the various appearances of the moon periodically in her revolution round the Earth.There are extensive details and notes of the Moon’s phases and this wonderful chart is illuminated when held up to a bright light source due to the clever use of tissue to the rear of the chart.(see picture) It Measures 11” by 9” in size.Scarce work in very good condition comensurate with the age of the Chart. N.B.James Reynolds produced some wonderful educational astronomical charts from around 1840 to around 1870.They were invariably hand coloured on card with some notes of explanation etc.Some had very clever tissue insets so that when held up to the light they illuminated the picture as if by magic and there are some wonderful transparent images produced to illuminate the sky.He produced various aspects of astronomy such as stars and constellations,comets,eclipses and planets near and far from Earth.John Emslie 1813 to 1875 was the principal artist and engraver of these wonderful chartsPostage: (Free Insurance Is Included in the event of a book being lost or stolen in transit) Please allow for the following postage times below which are a guide only as sometimes a book may reach you earlier than these approximate times,but there can be delays on occasions. Sent 1st Class:  Free (UK) 1-2 working days from dispatchSent Air-Mail:    £5.00 (Europe) 5 -12 working days from dispatchSent Air-Mail:    £6.00 (Rest of the World) 10 – 14 working days from dispatch Payments:Paypal We are happy to send you a paypal invoice on completion of the salePlease note that we are full time booksellers and members of the PBFA. All books are packaged carefully and come fully insured so please view the pictures and bid with confidence.  Please view my other books currently listed on E-Bay by visiting our E-Bay ShopNB Please note USA is Now World Zone 3 with Increased Charges Applied from 1st JulyAir-Mail Approx 7-14 Days is now £14.95