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Auction 114, Lot 231

"Lanai, Government Survey", Hawaii Territorial Surveys

Subject: Hawaii

Period: 1878 (dated)

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Color: Printed Color

Size:
33 x 26.5 inches
83.8 x 67.3 cm
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Fascinating, detailed and early survey of the island made under the direction of W.D. Alexander, Surveyor General of Hawaii Territory. Triangulation, topography and boundaries by J.F. Brown and M.D. Monsarrat. The island is divided into at least ten regions, all named and shown via coloration, with acreages given. Locates harbors, rocks, anchorages, school houses, villages, and peaks with elevations. Early and detailed map of this beautiful island.

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Condition: B

Folding, as issued. A little toning on some folds and at lower right, and one fold split closed on verso, else very good.

Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 3/1/2006

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