MB manufactured this rare puzzle in 1977, belonging to their Special series. The title is The Old World, by Daniel Derveaux. The artist used as a model a map by Melchior Tavernier from 1643.
The puzzle is COMPLETE (1008 pieces). The pieces are in excellent condition. The box is in very good condition, with some shelf wear and a tear on a corner fixed with tape.
MB has published a lot of puzzles with ancient maps. Another example is the 1000 piece version of Europe in 1807, by Eustache-Hyacinthe Langlois.
More information about The Old World:
- Puzzle size: 67 x 51.5 cm.
- Box size: 38.2 x 29.4 x 5.4 cm.
- Reference number: 625392509.
- EAN number: N/A.
- Other titles: Die Alte Welt; L’Ancien Monde; De Oude Wereld.