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The title cartouche at the bottom left features allegorical figures. A seated female figure, possibly representing France or Wisdom (Minerva), holds a spear and leans against a shield with the French lilies. Above her, a winged figure holds a crown. At her feet, two cherubic figures (putti) interact with a globe and maps. To the right of the base, a bearded male figure, likely Neptune or a river god, sits with a trident, resting against an urn from which water flows.

Common French miles in one degree.
Straight French miles, or journeys, 20 of which in one degree.
Common Italian miles, or vulgar miles, 60 of which in one degree.
Common German miles, or hours of travel, 15 of which in one degree.

Explanation of the Symbols
used in this map.

• A. Imperial Cities.
• B. Capital Cities.
• C. Residence of the Council of Justice.
• D. Cities where Bishops have their See and residence, the rank of which is as follows:
  1. Archbishops.
  2. Suffragans.
• E. Abbeys.
• F. Post roads.