BERING STRAIT ,Siberia,Asiatic Russia,Antique Map

1890s HISTORICAL MAP CHART

The Bering Strait is a sea strait between Cape Dezhnev, Russia, the eastmost point (169°43' W) of the Asian continent and Cape Prince of Wales, the westernmost point (168°05' W) of the American continent, with latitude of about 65° 40' North, slightly southern to the polar circle. The strait is approximately 85 km (58 mi) in width, with a depth of 30–50 m (100–165 ft) and connects the Chukchi Sea (part of the Arctic Ocean) in the north with the Bering Sea (part of the Pacific Ocean) in the south. It is named for Vitus Bering, a Danish-born Russian explorer who crossed the strait in 1728. The Diomede Islands lie directly in the middle of the Bering Strait. During the ice ages, the area of the strait was a land bridge known as the Bering land bridge.

1890s Wood Engraving, Antique Map

Approximate Overall Size: 7 X 10 1/2 inches

CONDITION: Book Plate INTEXT MAP - Excellent Condition. Beautiful with excellent detail. There is Text on Front and Back Side.