This is an excellent series of detailed topographical and geological maps of Aspen and its environs and is a much sought-after work on this now elite area of Colorado. The maps and geological cross-sections detail the topography and geology of Aspen, Tourtelotte, Hunter Park, Lenado, Aspen Mountain, and Smuggler Mountain. Includes the Aspen Special Sheet that details the town and nearby mines. Comprised of a title page, table of contents, a legend detailing the topography and geology of the Aspen District, and 27 lithographic plates. Elephant folio. Hardbound in brown cloth with gilt title on the front cover.

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Condition: A

Contents are clean and bright with a hint of toning along the sheet edges. There is a blank printed bookplate from the California College Library on the front free-endpaper. The second front free-endpaper is creased vertically and has toning and chips along the top edge. Covers have light wear and soiling.