Fifteen different specimen of the order Coleoptera (beetles and weevils). Coloured etching by J. Mayson.

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40830i
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coleopteron: any insect of the order Coleoptera, having the force wings converted into sheaths to protect the hinder wings

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1 print : etching, with watercolour ; sheet 34.1 x 22.5 cm

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Order V. coleoptera. 1. Fiery beetle...Engraved by James Mayson. The insects are numbered 1-15 relating to the key below Bears number top right : IV

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Wellcome Collection 40830i

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