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Auction 202, Lot 167

Uncommon Chart of Coastline from Savannah to Cape Canaveral

"America Septentrional. Costa Este. Hoja II. Florida y Georgia desde Cabo Canaveral Hasta Savannah Segun los Trabajos Mas Recientes de los Estados Unidos", Direccion de Hidrografia

Subject: Georgia & Florida Coast

Period: 1867 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
17.5 x 23.3 inches
44.5 x 59.2 cm
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This chart depicts the coastline from Savannah, Georgia to Cape Canaveral, Florida. There are hundreds of depth soundings, the location of the Gulf Stream, and intricate details of the river inlets and islands along the coast. Railroads and early roads are also shown. Drawn by J. Riudavets and engraved by E. Perez and S. Bregante. The blindstamp of the Direccion de Hidrografia is at bottom left. A very uncommon chart.

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Condition: B

A nice impression on a bright, watermarked sheet with some small stains, a number of old manuscript notations in pencil, and several short tears and small holes in the image at bottom that have been professionally repaired. The lighthouses have contemporary hand color in red and yellow.

Estimate: $900 - $1,100

Sold for: $550

Closed on 2/12/2025

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