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Auction 202, Lot 291
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"The West Indies, and Gulf of Mexico, from the Latest Discoveries and Best Observations", Lodge, John

Subject: Gulf of Mexico & Caribbean

Period: 1778 (published)

Publication: Town & Country Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
13.8 x 9 inches
35.1 x 22.9 cm
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This detailed and well engraved copper plate map illustrates the West Indies, Florida, east Texas, the Yucatan, and northern South America. Florida is divided between East & West, and south Florida is depicted as an archipelago. Texas is the New Kingdom of Leon. The map was issued in the November 1778 issue of Town & Country Magazine and was engraved to accompany the article "A General Description of the West Indies." An uncommon issue.

References: Jolly #TOWN-3.

Condition: B

Issued folding with light offsetting, minor creasing adjacent to the folds, and a small stain in the title cartouche.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $325

Closed on 2/12/2025

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