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Auction 175, Lot 185

"Colorado", Gray, O. W.

Subject: Colorado

Period: 1880 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.8 x 11.8 inches
37.6 x 30 cm
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This fine map shows the status of settlement and development a few years after Colorado became a state. It details railroads, cities, towns and mining communities, watershed, forts, and more. Features extensive topographical detail in hachure. Delineates 31 counties through engraved line and hand coloring. Circa date is based upon the establishment of Chaffee County (1879) in the center of the state, but prior to Dolores County in the southwest (1881).

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Condition: B+

Light dampstaining that extends into the image at top.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $180

Closed on 11/13/2019

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