Up for sale is a great, original, hand colored, ANTIQUE MAP from THE COMMON-SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY - 1873.
It features a map of NINE OF THE WESTERN STATES.
There is some various geography text on the reverse side.
It is a detailed map measuring approximately 12" x 10", including the border area. There are tears and/or binding holes/slits along the right edge from where it was originally bound.
This map is from "THE COMMON-SCHOOL GEOGRAPHY: AND ELEMENTARY TREATISE ON MATHEMATICAL, PHYSICAL, AND POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY" - NEW ENGLAND EDITION by D.M. Warren - Last Revised Edition - Published by Cowperthwait & Co., Philadelphia - 1873.
It is generally in Fair+ Condition. It is on thin paper and there is age related browning and toning, as well as some spotting and stains. It has some tears and chips around the edges. Some light pencil writing. Creased corners. Other dings here and there, as well.
This map would be a great addition to any collection and will look very nice when framed!
Please note that while I have included a picture of the Title Page of the book that this map was taken from, it is NOT included in the sale, as it is a reference piece to determine authenticity for other maps/engravings.
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