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Auction 143, Lot 277
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"Map of the New York World's Fair and Approaches", Hammond, C.S.

Subject: New York

Period: 1939 (dated)

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Color: Printed Color

Size:
17 x 24 inches
43.2 x 61 cm
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This bird's-eye view of the 1939 World's Fair shows all of the fair buildings and surrounding area with Manhattan and New Jersey in the background. A legend at bottom lists many of the buildings at the fair including government and exhibitor buildings. On verso, under the heading "New York The Wonder City" is a colored Rapid Transit Map of Greater New York. Issued by The Home Insurance Company.

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Condition: A+

Excellent example with vivid color. Issued folding.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $75

Closed on 2/13/2013

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