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Auction 196, Lot 231

"City of Honolulu"

Subject: Honolulu, Hawaii

Period: 1910 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
18 x 9.3 inches
45.7 x 23.6 cm
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An early promotional brochure for the city of Honolulu published by The Hawaii Promotion Committee. The map extends from Kalihi Bay to Diamond Head and shows the street grid pattern, railroads, topography and coastal details. Waikiki Beach is named but the region is essentially undeveloped. The map predates the creation of a U.S. Reservation at Sand Island and Military Reservation at Diamond Head. There is an index at left and related text on verso. Self-folding (7.1 x 3.2").

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Condition: A+

Issued folding on a bright sheet.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $100

Closed on 2/7/2024

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