This uncommon map covers the region from the northern boundary of Massachusetts to Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire with good detail of roads, settlements and topography. A small inset at bottom shows the "Head Waters of Connecticut River." The map is remarkable for its the use of Yale College as its Prime Meridian - a unique configuration to our knowledge. Published in Timothy Dwight's Travels in New England and New York. Dwight was a minister, theologian, educator, and author. He served as the eighth president of Yale College. Compiled by George Gillet and engraved by Nathaniel and Simeon Smith Jocelyn.

References: Howes #D612; Phillips (Maps) p. 247.

Condition: B

Issued folding on watermarked paper and now flattened and backed with tissue. Light toning, a few minor extraneous creases, and a closed fold separation that just touches the neatline at left.