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Auction 148, Lot 302

"Railroad Map of Oklahoma"

Subject: Oklahoma

Period: 1917 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
50.8 x 26 inches
129 x 66 cm
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This large format map of Oklahoma depicts the expanding railroad network in the state. Twenty-one different lines are displayed including the Sante Fe Railway; the Missouri, Kansas & Texas; and the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific. Distances are shown along the various rail lines, and the map also identifies oil and gas pipelines. Decorated by a large illustration of a rail car and a gushing oil well. Published by the engineering department of the Corporation Commission of Oklahoma.

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Condition: B

There are several splits at fold intersections resulting in minor image loss with some toning in the right portion of the map.

Estimate: $250 - $325

Sold for: $150

Closed on 2/19/2014

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