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Auction 132, Lot 290

"[Lot of 2] South Carolina [and] The City of Savannah Georgia [on sheet with] The City of Charleston South Carolina", Colton, Joseph Hutchins

Subject: South Carolina & Georgia

Period: 1855 (dated)

Publication: General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.5 x 11.8 inches
36.8 x 30 cm
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Nice example of this county map that features fine detail throughout showing railroads, common roads, canals etc. The large inset: "Plan of Charleston, Vicinity and Harbor" shows the harbor, the Cooper and Wando rivers, and the city in good detail. Blank verso. Together with Colton's plans of Charleston and Savannah on one sheet and drawn on the same scale. Excellent detail with all streets named and important places and building located.

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Condition: A

The map of South Carolina is very good with full margins and bright, early impression. The town plans have a little light foxing in lower portion.

Estimate: $90 - $120

Sold for: $45

Closed on 6/2/2010

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