Lot 349

Vol. X No. 1 – January 1899 National Geographic

Sold April 2, 2026

Price realized
$5

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $125-250

Month Issued: January

Year Issued: 1899

Dimensions: 10×6″

Condition: Good

Additional Information: This early issue features in‑depth geographic and scientific articles, including The Plateaus of Tibet (exploration and physical geography of Central Asia), The Senegal River and Its Basin (study of West African hydrography), and Some Mexican Volcanoes (geological observations). It also includes sections on geographic literature and society miscellanea, reflecting the National Geographic Society’s mission at the turn of the century and making it a prized collectible for historians and geographic enthusiasts.

Lot details

Lot
349
Category
Collectibles
Closed
April 2, 2026

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