COLTON J H Coltons Map of the United States of America

Sale 2131 - Lot 55

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COLTON, J. H. Colton's Map of the United States of America. Hand-colored engraved wall map, 50x57 inches; darkened, made presentable by expert restoration and removal of the varnish; with modern linen backing; original dowels top and bottom. New York, 1853

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Second issue of the edition of 1853 and one of the first maps to show Washington Territory (established 02 May 1853). The second issue is also characterized by new vignettes in the West. Wheat MTW 776; Rumsey 2285.