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17th century map of Island up for auction

Manx map expected to bring in hundreds

A 17th century map of the Isle of Man is up for auction in England this month.

The 1610 work by John Speed is going up for sale at John Nicholson auctioneers in Surrey.

It was consigned by a private collector, and is expected to fetch between £300-£500.

Henny Smith is from the picture department at the auction house.

The map goes to the floor on December 19.

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