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Auction 197, Lot 302
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"Sketch of the Public Surveys in the State of Wisconsin", General Land Office

Subject: Wisconsin

Period: 1866 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
16.3 x 17.4 inches
41.4 x 44.2 cm
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This informative map of Wisconsin identifies the large swaths of land designated for railroads and locates a wagon road from Fort Wilkins to Fort Howard in the eastern part of the state. A legend at lower left further identifies deposits of iron, copper, and lead as well as land offices throughout the state. Signed in the plate by Commissioner Joseph S. Wilson.

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Condition: B

Issued folding and now flattened and backed with linen to repair a 3.5" edge tear at left. There is light toning along the fold lines and minor loss at a few fold junctions.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $50

Closed on 4/24/2024

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