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Auction 179, Lot 262

"Geographical, Historical, and Statistical Map of Massachusetts", Carey & Lea

Subject: Massachusetts

Period: 1822 (circa)

Publication: A Complete Historical, Chronological, and Geographical American Atlas...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.1 x 11.8 inches
46 x 30 cm
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This map of Massachusetts appears on a full folio sheet (20.6 x 16.6") and has English text beneath it describing natural resources, islands, capes, climate, civil divisions, and more. It depicts county lines current for 1821, just after Maine gained its statehood from Massachusetts in 1820. There is good detail of rivers, mountains, roads, and towns throughout the map. Drawn by Fielding Lucas and engraved by J. Yeager.

References: Phillips (Maps) p. 400.

Condition: B+

There is light toning and staining, and a 2" centerfold separation at bottom that has been closed on verso with archival materials.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $90

Closed on 9/16/2020

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