Old Cartography Specimen May Actually Be Recent

Vinland map of North American coastline, worth millions of dollars, has conflicting evidence of its origins.

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July 31, 2002, 11:00 AM PDT

"One study, conducted by researchers at the Smithsonian Institution, shows that the parchment on which it is drawn is old enough to be genuine. But the second study by British researchers suggests that the ink is of modern origin."

Thanks to Edmelynne Villanueva

FULL STORY: Vinland Map Authenticity Questioned

Tuesday, July 30, 2002 in The Los Angeles Times

History / Preservation United States

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