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Auction 129, Lot 216
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"Mississippi Territory", Carey, Mathew

Subject: Southern United States - Mississippi and Alabama

Period: 1814 (circa)

Publication: General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14 x 12 inches
35.6 x 30.5 cm
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This early map of Mississippi Territory covers the region of present-day Mississippi and Alabama. At the extreme northwest corner of the map is Fort Pickering on Chickasaw Bluff, near the future site of Memphis. Numerous Indian tribes and villages are located along with a few early settlements and forts. Indian trails and early roads are shown.

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Condition: B

Original color with wide original margins. Toned on centerfold.

Estimate: $600 - $800

Sold for: $800

Closed on 9/23/2009

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