Auction No. 84
Closed Saturday, September 19, 1998 @ 10 p.m. eastern

Lot 46 - Pensylvania Nova Jersy et Nova York..., Tobias Lotter, c.1777

Antique Maps of the United States
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43. Canada and United States (Reconnaissance Maps Showing the general features of the topography adjacent to the 49th Parallel from Lake of the Woods to the Rocky Mountains), Archibald Campbell, U.S. Boundary Commission, [1878]. 20.5 x 15". (BW) Set of six maps showing the survey of the boundary between the territory of the United States and the possessions of Great Britain on a scale of 8 miles to 1". The maps are very detailed showing the topography, trading posts, stage roads, railways, Indian Reservations & villages and forts. Set is missing the Profile sheet called for in the title. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #1289. Folding, as issued with only slight toning on a couple of folds. (A) $250-300

44. United States (New Military Map of the United States Showing the Forts, Military Posts &c.), Johnson & Ward, [1864]. 23.7 x 17.2". (FC) In the west is one Dakota and a large Idaho Territory which encompasses present-day Montana & Wyoming. Arizona still owns the southern tip of Nevada. Insets of major southern harbors surround the map. Attractive color. Minor damp stain in lower margin. Split on fold, repaired with archival tape. (B)  Click image for full size. (reflections on image are not on map)  $125

45. United States (United States Puzzle Map), Parker Brothers, Salem, MA, [1915]. (PC) A great cartographic curiosity. Jigsaw puzzle constructed out of paper covered wood pieces. The map covers the United States with insets around the edges of the Philippines, Hawaii and Alaska. Most pieces are cut along state lines. Complete with pasteboard box. Box has some tears, repaired with archival tape. The map itself is in remarkably fine condition. (A) $50

46. United States, eastern (Pensylvania Nova Jersy et Nova York cum Regionibus ad Fluvium Delaware in America Sitis), Tobias Lotter, c.1777. 19.5 x 22.5". (FC) Significant REVOLUTIONARY WAR era map which shows the British colonies east of the Appalachian Mtns. with some very unusual borders. New Hampshire’s eastern border is the Atlantic. Connecticut surrounds Rhode Island and includes much of present-day Massachusetts, including Boston and Cape Cod. New York is divided into three sections which include the western part of Massachusetts and Vermont. Parts of northern Delaware and Maryland are also shown. Huge (uncolored) title cartouche. One light area of engraving in cartouche, else excellent condition. $2,200 RESERVE (A+)   Illustrated at top of page.   $2800-3000

47. United States, eastern (United States), Albert Finely, Philadelphia, [1830]. 9 x 11.2". (FC) Good impression and color. Full sheet of thick paper with strong platemark. Extends to include part of Arkansas Terr. Missouri Territory extends to the Canadian border, Minnesota is North West Terr. Names major cities and shows interconnecting roads. (A+) $150

48. United States, eastern (Stanford’s Map of the United States and Territories, together with Canada, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and the Gulf of St. Lawrence), Ed. Stanford, London, 1861. 33.5 x 29". (OC) Dissected, linen-backed folding map of eastern U.S. up to about the 96th Meridian. Depicts the emerging railroad network. Eastern Canada shown in large inset. Missing back cover and 1 short split on linen, else clean and bright. (B) $350

49. United States, eastern (United States showing the Military Stations Forts &c.), J.H. Colton, The Rebellion Record, N.Y., 1862. 16.7 x 14.2". (FC) Unusual CIVIL WAR period map with great detail. Stretches west to about the 103rd Meridian. Depicts Pony Express Route, railroads, US Mail routes and other important roads together with hundreds of forts. Four ships and a decorative border (not the common Colton border). Binding tear entering border, repaired with archival tape and some mild creasing, else fine and bright. (B) $300

50. United States, eastern (New Railroad and County Map of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware & Maryland), G. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 8.5". (FC) First edition with hand colored & nice titling. Very good detail, especially of railroads. Extends south to Cape Charles and includes all of Maryland, Delaware and New Jersey. (A) $45

51. United States, northeast (County Map of the States of New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut), S.A. Mitchell, 1863. 21 x 13.5". (FC) Double page map with crisp impression and very fine color. Two insets: Harbor and Vicinity of Boston, and Harbor and Vicinity of New York. Fine detail and decorative floral borders make this a most attractive map. (A) $65

52. United States, northeast (Map of the Railroads of New England), G.W. & C.B. Colton, 1875. 16.5 x 30.5". (FC) Terrific detail of the railroads throughout the region. Large inset at bottom titled Eastern Part of Maine is on the same scale. All of New England plus Long Island. Fine color and crisp impression. (A) $125

53. United States, northeast (Map of the Original Thirteen Colonies - 1776), S.A. Mitchell, 1878. 13.7 x 11.5". (FC) Historical map with light pastel color and decorative floral borders. Inset of the first money coined in the US. Tables list settlement dates, populations, important battles, etc. (A+) $45

54. United States, northeast (New Railroad and County Map of the New England States), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 18.5". (FC) Double page and hand colored. Includes all of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Mass., Conn., Rhode Island and parts of New York, New Brunswick and Quebec. Large inset of the vicinity of Boston. Great RR detail. First edition Cram. (A) $50

55. United States, southeast (Nova Virginiae Tabula), Blaeu, Grand Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 18.7 x 14.5". (FC) One of the most important 17th century maps of the Chesapeake Bay region. The map is a version of the one made in 1612 by Capt. John Smith which was the first to depict the bay and its tributaries with any accuracy. In the upper left corner is an engraving of the great Indian chief Powhatan seated on his throne and surrounded by his subjects. A Susquehanna chief is depicted on the right under a coat of arms and cartouche. Some minor uneven toning & small spots in margin, marginal tears professionally repaired. Else very good with original color. $2,200 reserve. (A) Click image for full size.   $2600-2800

56. United States, southeast (Carte de la Partie Sud des Etats Unis de l’Amerique Septentrionale), Bonne, Paris, ca. 1780. 12.2 x 8.2". (BW) Copper engraved map of the southeastern seaboard with Georgia, the Carolinas and part of Virginia The colonies are confined east of the Appalachian Mountains with nothing west except les Cherokees. Very light foxing, which is barely noticeable. (A) $200

57. United States, southeast (Carte de la Louisiane, et de la Floride), R. Bonne, Paris, ca. 1782. 8.5 x 12.5". (BW) Covers the region from eastern Missouri to just beyond the Appalachian Mountains and from Louisiana through Florida. Includes an interesting inset of a section of the Missouri River locating Kanfez which appears to be Kansas City and Ft. d’Orleans which is noted to be abandoned. Covered with locations of Indian villages and forts. States are shown with borders confined east of the Appalachian Mtns. One tiny rust spot, else fine and crisp on good paper. (A) $200

58. United States, southern (Map of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas), S.A. Mitchell, [1863]. 10.7 x 13.3". (FC) Outstanding original coloring. Good impression & detail throughout. Decorative floral borders (2nd edition). Dated 1860, but published during the Civil War. (A) $40

59. United States, southern (Johnson’s Arkansas Mississippi and Louisiana), A.J. Johnson, [1863]. 17 x 24". (FC) Fine impression, this being the first stone engraved issue. (B) $40

60. United States, southern (New Railroad and County Map of Arkansas, Louisiana & Mississippi), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 19". (FC) Double sheet map. First edition with hand coloring and fancy titling. Very good detail throughout. Also includes southern half of Missouri from St. Louis. (A) $40

61. United States, southern (New Railroad and County Map of Alabama, Georgia, Sth. Carolina & Northern Florida), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 18 x 11.5". (FC) Double page map. First edition with original hand coloring and nice titling. Good detail, especially of railroads. Extends south to Gainesville. (A) $40

62. United States, central (Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas), S.A. Mitchell, 1860. 13.2 x 10.5". (FC) Crisp, dark impression and beautiful coloring. Only eastern portions of Kansas and Nebraska. Good detail. RR’s end at Kansas City and across the river from Atchinson. Some marginal discoloration, not affecting map. (A) $75

63. United States, northwestern (Map of the Oregon Territory from the Best Authorities), Wilkes, Western America, 1849. 13 x 8.2". (BW) A finely detailed map of the region from about the 104th Meridian to the Pacific coast and from Port George in British Columbia to the Klamath River in Oregon. Fascinating notations, Indian names and trails. Large inset of the Columbia River. Issued folded, overall toned with a bit of unevenness, couple of tiny splits repaired with archival tape. (B) $150

64. United States, western (Map Illustrating the General Geological features of the country West of the Mississippi River), Hall, New York, [1857]. 22.5 x 20". (FC) Beautifully hand-colored lithographic map based on the surveys of W.H. Emory and the Pacific Railroad surveyors. Bit of light foxing on folds and a couple of small separations at intersections. Coloring fresh, overall very good condition. (B) Click image for full size.  $300

65. United Sates, western (Progress Map of the U.S. Geographical Surveys west of the 100th Meridian), Lt. George Wheeler, U.S. Gov., 1876. 22 x 16". (PC) This is one of successive progress maps issued during the course of this famous geographical survey. Wheeler had a grand scheme to map the area in squares and, despite criticism, the survey provided a major contribution to understanding the West. The map is covered with fascinating detail of survey and exploration routes, forts, existing railroads, as well as existing and proposed telegraph lines. Folding as issued. (A+) $125

66. United States, western (Texas, New Mexico and Indian Territory), Bartholomew, Philadelphia, [1878]. 16 x 11.2". (PC) Indian territory shown with the Indian nations and Public Lands in the panhandle. Large insets of the environs of Chicago and New Orleans. Keyboard style border. (A+) $40

67. United States, western (Territory and Military Department of Utah), Atlas of Union & Confederate Armies, [1891-5]. 27.2 x 16.2". (PC) Covers the region west of the 105th Meridian and between 43rd and 34th Parallels. Very good topographical detail, forts, Indian villages, exploration routes and wagon roads. Map dated 1860 attributing the sources of the map which include Fremont, Gunnison and several other notable explorers. At left is an unrelated map March Routes of Army of Tennessee from Savannah, Ga. to Columbia, Sc. 1865. Minor tear in margin, still fine. (A+) $125

68. Alabama, G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 13 x 16". (FC) Good impression and original color. Dated 1855, but this example was published the year after the Civil War ended. Good detail throughout. (B) $40

69. Alaska, Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 12 x 9.5". (FC) First edition hand colored map. Good detail of Yukon, names Barrow, Kingegan, Taksumut, Ft. Andreafsky, Leatherville. Also names North Foreland Village that is across the inlet from Anchorage. Sitka is shown as the capitol. Lightly toned. (B) $75

70. Arizona (Map of a Survey and Reconnaissance of the Vicinity of the Mouth of the Rio Gila), Whipple, Wash. DC, 1849. 16.5 x 11". (BW) Illustrates a critical aspect of the Mexican Boundary Survey: shows the middle of the Rio Gila where it enters the Colorado as the point to anchor the boundary line in the east. Depicts the Village of Capitan Pasqual, Village of Capt. Anastasio and Capitan Anton in the vicinity of Yuma. And the Old Emigrant Route & General Kearney’s Route. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #653. A tiny bit of light foxing, else fine. (A) Detail shown at left.  Click here for full image. $125

71. Arizona (Map No. 2 Rio Colorado of the West), Ives, Report upon the Colorado River of the West, 1858. 34.5 x 14.5". (BW) Map depicts the Big Canon of the Colorado and represents one of the most important exploring efforts of the American southwest. In his book Mapping of the Trans-Mississippi West, Carl Wheat devotes several pages to Ives maps (#947 & 948). The steel engraving is very fine and detailed. Covers from Fort Defiance, Campbell’s Pass and Zuni in the east through Los Vegas and Mojave Canyon in the west. Shows The Old Spanish Trail, Whipple’s trail 1854-4 and Beal’s trail. Folded as issued. Binding tear and fold separations repaired with archival tape, otherwise map clean and bright. (A) $225

72. Arizona (The Robinson Mine Copper Basin District, Yavapai County Arizona), John J. Jackson, Prescott, 1925. 24 x 12". (BW) Manuscript map on oil cloth. Hand drawn and lettered by Mr. Jackson on November 10, 1925. Names The Fisher, Noble, New Starr, Franklinite, and Contact claims. Good topographical information on a scale of one inch to 200 feet. Fine compass rose. Names distances to other mining area, e.g. Skull Valley is 5 miles SSE. Signed by Mr. Jackson. A rare find. Folds and a little staining at left, else fine. (A)   Click here for full image.  $150-200

73. Arkansas (Map of Arkansas), US State Surveys, ca. 1850. 15.5 x 16". Early survey map with some sections partially hand-colored, on a scale of twelve miles to 1". Southwestern corner is marked Disputed Territory and the western boundary is marked Choctaw Boundary and Cherokee Boundary. Minor offsetting. (A) $75

74. Arkansas, G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 16 x 13". (FC) Dated 1855, but this example actually published in 1866. Good detail throughout; filled with place names. Only one RR shown, this one partially completed between Little Rock and Memphis. (B) $50

75. California (Carte de la Californie Suivant), De Vaugondy, Diderot’sEncyclopedie, Paris, [1770-79]. 15 x 11.5". (FC) Five depictions of California on one sheet showing various representations; Neron Pecci Olen in 1604, Sanson in 1656, de L’isle in 1700, Kino in 1705, Societe des Jesuits in 1767. Many place names and dates of important explorations. A fascinating view of California cartography. Ref: Fite & Freeman #52. On thick paper with attractive modern color. $500 reserve. (A) $650

76. California (Sketch of the Route of Capt. Warner’s Exploring Party in Sacramento Valley & Sierra Nevada during the month of August – October 1849), Lt. R.S. Williamson, U.S. Gov., 1849. 23.5 x 10.5". (BW) Capt. Warner was tasked with finding a suitable railroad route up the Sacramento Valley. Sadly, after he discovered a suitable pass, his party was ambushed by Indians and he was killed (the location of his death is marked on the map). His notes and a sketch map were rescued and from these Lt. Williamson was able to produce this map and a report which were the first published documents to show any detail of this country. Provides a fascinating view of the trails, farms, mines etc. along the route. Ref: Wheat (Gold Regions - #182 & TMW - #700). Folding map, trimmed close at bottom, as issued, otherwise very good. (A) $175

77. California (Survey of San Diego River and its Vicinity), Lt. George Derby, Sen. Doc., 33rd Congress, Washington DC, 1853. 12.5 x 15". (BW) This early, historically significant, map of San Diego depicts the small town of San Diego with only a few structures and the roads leading into the town. Inset at top shows San Diego and False (Mission) Bays. Notations on the map concern the drainage problems in the area. Short binding tear just to neatline, repaired with archival tape, very light toning. (A) $175

78. California and Nevada (New Railroad and County Map of Northern California and Nevada), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 19.2 x 11.5". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and fancy titling. Very good detail throughout. Names many RR’s of the day. Includes all of California north from below Santa Cruz (to Castro) and Nevada from St. Joseph north. (A) $70

79. Colorado (Map of the country between the Yampa and White Rivers, Plate XXIX), G.R. Bechler, US Geological & Geographical Survey, 1876. 29.7 x 11.5". (BW) Folding topographical map of northwestern Colorado. Bechler was one of several great topographers who surveyed Colorado with F.V. Hayden. His efforts, of which this is a typical example, provided a strong foundation for this monumental survey. (A+) $80

80. District of Columbia (Plan of the City of Washington, The Capitol of the United States), S.A. Mitchell, 1878. 13.5 x 11". (FC) Floral border with good color. Names many individual buildings and all RR’s. City of Baltimore on back. (A) $50

81. Dakota Territory (New Railroad and County Map of Dakota and Manitoba), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, [1882]. 11.5 x 17". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and fancy tilting. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. Railroads dead-end at Brule City and at Pierre with proposed track continuing to Deadwood. Good impression. (A) $65

82. Florida (A View of the Town and Castle of St. Augustine, and the English Camp before it June 20, 1740), Thomas Silver, London, ca. 1740. 6.2 x 11.5". (BW) Graphic copper engraving of the Siege of St. Augustine complete with the blockading ships, army encampments and cannon fire. Below the map is a very good key to the various locations and a fascinating account of the siege. Trimmed close on binding side with binding tear, professionally repaired. Overall evenly toned. (A) $200

83. Florida (New Railroad and County Map of Southern Portion of Florida), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 8.5 x 11". (FC) First edition , hand colored map. Extends south from St. Augustine. The RR extends only to Orlando with the southern portion nearly blank, but names Miami. Good detail of the keys. (A) $60

84. Georgia, G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 13 x 16". (FC) Good impression and original color. Dated 1855, but this example was published the year after the Civil War ended. Good detail throughout. (B) $50

85. Georgia and Alabama (County Map of the States of Georgia and Alabama), Mitchell, 1872. 21.3 x 13.7". (FC) Double page map with good coloring and detail throughout. Floral borders. Large inset city plans of Savannah and another of Atlanta. One spot near border. (A) $45

86. Idaho (New Railroad and County Map of Southern Part of Idaho), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 9.5 x 11.2". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and nice title. Finely detailed with good color. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. Rocky Bar is one of the largest cities, Idaho Falls is Eagle Rock, no east to west RR’s. See Montana for Northern Idaho. (A) $65

87. Illinois, Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1883]. 9 x 11.5". (PC) Dark impression and good color. Good detail of cities and railroads. (A) $25

88. Indiana (Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of Indiana), Carey & Lea, American Atlas, Philadelphia, [1827]. 8.5 x 11". (FC) Very early atlas map of Indiana. County development confined to the southern part except for Allen county which contains Maumee and Ft. Wayne. The Indian Boundary is shown in the northwest, as well as several "old" Indian boundaries. Map is surrounded by fascinating text on a full folio sheet. Manuscript date written under title, else very good with only minor browning on fold. (B) Illustrated at left.  White streak is reflection - not part of map.  $225

89. Indiana (Survey of the mouth of Trail Creek, Indiana), Lt. A.J. Center, U.S. Gov., 1834. 19.5 x 16.7". (BW) A very early map of Michigan City and the vicinity on a scale of 24" to 1 mile. The city plan is laid out, but no settlement is shown. (A+) $80

90. Indiana, J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Strapwork borders, crisp engraved impression and good coloring. Very detailed, naming many RR’s, cities and villages. Map very good, with a few light areas of mold at upper right. (B) $35

91. Indiana, Geo. Cram, Unrivaled Family Atlas, Chicago, [1883]. 11.8 x 9.8". (PC) Detailed sheet with many named RR’s. Similar map of Ohio on back. (A) $15

92. Iowa & Missouri (County Map of the States of Iowa and Missouri), S.A. Mitchell, 1872. 10.8 x 14.1". (FC) Floral borders and original pastel coloring. Good impression and detail. Names all counties and RR’s. (B) $40

93. Iowa, Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1883]. 11.5 x 9". (PC) Good detail of cities and railroads. Engraved by Benedict. (A) $15

94. Kansas & Nebraska (Map Showing the progress of the Public Surveys in Kansas and Nebraska), Annual Report of the Surveyor General, 1863. 28 x 23.2". (BW) Early survey chart with Indian lands, reservations and trusts clearly shown. Ref: Baughman, pp. 72-3. Folded as issued, some browning & separation on folds. (B) $75

95. Kentucky and Tennessee, Colton, General Atlas of the World, New York, 1855. 16.5 x 12.7". (OC) Unusual example of this map with outline coloring depicting both state and county boundaries. Good detail, especially of the emerging railroad network. Colton’s distinctive scroll border. (A) $70

96. Kentucky & Tennessee (County Map of Kentucky and Tennessee), S.A. Mitchell, [1863]. 10.5 x 13.5". (FC) Very attractive original coloring. Good impression and detail throughout. Decorative floral borders. Dated 1860, but published later. One tear in margin, just touching border, repaired with archival tape. (A) $45

97. Kentucky & Tennessee (New Railroad and County Map of Kentucky & Tennessee), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 13 x 9". (FC) First edition with original hand color and nice title. Very detailed with numerous railroads. (A) $55

98. Louisiana (Map of Louisiana Representing the Several Land Districts), W.R. Boyd, Surveyor General’s Report, 1850. 16.2 x 15.2". (OC) The state is divided into five large districts with the various surveys depicted in each. There is a large unsurveyed section in the northeastern section named Claim of the Baron de Bastrop. (A+) $65

99. Louisiana (Plan of New Orleans), S.A. Mitchell, [1863]. 11 x 9.2". (FC) Very good original coloring. Good impression and detail throughout. Decorative floral borders. Dated 1860, but published in the middle of the Civil War. (A) $50

100. Louisiana, G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 16 x 13". (FC) Good impression and original color. Dated 1855, but this example was published the year after the Civil War ended. Good detail throughout; filled with place names and a few RR’s. (A) $50

101. Maine (Map of Portland Harbor, Maine), Lt. Col. John Anderson, Washington DC, 1833. 20 x 18". (BW) Drawn by Lt. B. Poole. A fine, early navigational chart. Street and wharves shown, but not named. Fathom curves are clear and outlying harbor islands shown. Binding trim to neatline and a little foxing. (B) $80

102. Maine, J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Decorative scroll borders and pastel coloring. Good impression and detail. Names many towns, villages, RR’s, etc. Handsome sheet. (A) $45

103. Maine (County Map of the State of Maine), S.A. Mitchell, 1860. 10.6 x 13.2". (FC) Floral borders with very pretty coloring and crisp, dark impression. Inset Portland Har. And Vicinity. Some discoloration in borders. (B) $45

104. Maine (Casco Bay, Maine), U.S. Coast Survey, 1870. 38.5 x 35". (BW) Large coastal chart showing a great many islands. Lightly toned on folds with separations repaired with archival tape. (B) $30

105. Delaware and Maryland, J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Decorative scroll borders. Large inset of Washington, DC. Crisp impression and good coloring. Very detailed. Click image for full size. Note: the map is not toned, only the photo. (A) $45

106. Maryland (Plan of the City of Baltimore), S.A. Mitchell, 1860. 11 x 9.2". (FC) Decorative floral borders and typically fine detail. Shows the central city with individual buildings & railroads named. First edition, blank on back. (A) $55

107. Massachusetts (Map of Boston and the Country Adjacent, from Actual Survey), Cupples, Upham & Co., Boston, 1883. 31.2 x 20.7". (FC) Uncommon folding, pocket map published at the Boston Map Store. On a scale of 1 mile to 1", it covers from Concord to Marblehead and from Sherborn to Cohasset with great detail of topography, roads, railways, farms and even lily ponds. Evenly toned & a couple of minor splits. Folds into cloth covered boards with gold titles. Spine split, otherwise fine. (B) $175

108. Massachusetts (Eldreidge’s New Chart of Boston Harbor, compiled from the Latest Surveys), S. Thaxter & Son, Boston, 1887. 22.2 x 15". (BW) Dissected and linen-backed folding chart of the harbor complete with sailing directions, soundings etc. Covers from Nahant to Cohasset, detailed with villages, docks and wharves. The lighthouses are hand-colored in red and yellow. Folds into cloth covered boards with front cover detached. Cover with gold title Chart of Boston Harbor - A.S. Wheeler. Map evenly toned, else fine. (B) $300-350

109. Michigan and Wisconsin (New Railroad and County Map of Michigan & Wisconsin), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 18 x 11.4". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and nice titling. Double page map that names many railroads, settlements, forts. Short split at bottom enters map 1/2" with no loss, repaired with archival tape. (A) $60

110. Minnesota (New Railroad and County Map of Minnesota), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 8.5 x 11.5". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. Good impression. (A) $50

111. Mississippi, G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. (FC) Good impression and original color. Dated 1855, but this example was published the year after the Civil War ended. Good detail throughout including many operating and proposed RR’s. (B) $50

112. Mississippi, Gray, National Atlas, [1878]. 15 x 12". (FC) Bright, original color and strong impression, Filled with detail. Similar quality map of Louisiana (with inset of New Orleans) on the back. (A) $60

113. Missouri (Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of Missouri), Carey & Lea, American Atlas, [1827]. 9.7 x 12". (FC) Very early map of the state with only 28 counties. Development confined primarily along the Mississippi & Missouri rivers. On a full folio sheet of text relating to the state. Minor browning along fold and manuscript date written under title. (B) $225

114. Missouri, Asher & Adams, 1872. 22.2 x 16". (FC) Double sheet map with delicate pastel coloring and very precise engraved lines. Detailed, especially with regard to RR’s. Full margins, a little browning at centerfold. (B) $75

115. Missouri (St. Louis), S.A. Mitchell, 1874. 11 x 14". (FC) Good color and impression, with decorative borders. Very detailed, naming many building and three RR’s - none connecting. Includes part of Bloody Island. No bridges yet span the Mississippi. (A) $35

116. Missouri (New Railroad and County Map of Missouri), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, [1882]. 11.2 x 9.5". (FC) First edition with original hand color map and nice title. Finely detailed with good color. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. Good impression. (A) $55

117. Montana and Idaho (New Railroad and County Map of Montana and Northern Idaho), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 18.3 x 11". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and attractive title. Very good detail, especially of railroads. Extends south to include all of Yellowstone. Names numerous forts, Indian reservations, mining districts. See Idaho for lower section. (A) $50

118. Nebraska (New Railroad and County Map of Nebraska), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 13 x 8.7". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. RR’s extend to Ft. Nebraska, St. Paul and westward. Only two counties in the northwest; Cheyenne and Sioux. (A) $55

119. Nebraska, The Century Atlas, 1902. 15 x 10.4". (PC) Excellent example of the advanced printing process used by the Matthews-Northrup Company. Precise lines and good color. Inset street plan of Omaha. (A) $25

120. New Hampshire, J.H. Colton, 1856. 16 x 13". (FC) Strapwork borders. Fine pastel coloring & good impression. Names many towns, villages, RR’s, etc. (A) $65

121. New Hampshire and Vermont, A.J. Johnson, [1863]. 17 x 24". (FC) Full and bright color, crisp engraved impression. Double page map with excellent detail. Slight offsetting at top in B&W section only, map still fine. (A) $45

122. New Mexico (New Railroad and County Map of New Mexico), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 10.2 x 11.6". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and attractive title. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. (A+) $50

123. New Mexico (Territory of New Mexico), I.P Berthrong, General Land Office, 1907. 17.5 x 21". (PC) Colorful map depicting forest, military and Indian reserves, private land grants and much else of interest. Folding as issued. (A+) $50

124. New York (Map of the State of New York showing its Water and Railroad Lines), D. Vaughn/John T. Clark, Albany, 1855. 26 x 19.7". (OC) Great map of the transportation system. Active railroads are outlined in red; railroads in progress in yellow; proposed railroads in blue and canals are depicted in green. Surrounded in a delicately engraved lacy border. Folded as issued, 2.5" binder's tear, professionally repaired with tissue, else very clean. (A) Click image for full size.   $200

125. New York (Map of the Railroads of the State of New York prepared under the direction of the Railroad Commission), D. Vaughn, Albany, 1857. 28.7 x 22". (OC) Another great railroad map on a scale of 10 miles to 1". Railroads in operation are outlined in red and extend into Vermont, Massachusetts, across Connecticut into Rhode Island as well as penetrating into Canada and Pennsylvania. Railroads under construction and proposed are outlined in blue and yellow respectively. Canals are shown but not colored. Even minor lines are well labeled and it is easy to locate many of the lines no longer in existence. A great comparison with the lot above. 2.5" binder's tear, professionally repaired with tissue, else fine. (A) $225

126. New York (Map of the Cities of New York and Brooklyn Shewing the Routes of their respective Rail Roads), Railroad Commissioners Report, Albany, 1856. 16 x 8.5". (BW) Interesting city plan shows the areas serviced by local railroads. A number of streets are named and areas of historic interest are shown. Minor offsetting. Folded as issued. (B) Portion of map is shown at left. Click image for full size.  $60

127. New York (Railroad & Township Map of the State of New York with parts of the Adjoining States & Canada), G.W. & C.B. Colton, New York, 1869. 27 x 24.5". (FC) Beautiful folding pocket map of the state and surrounding areas. Great detail of roads, railways, canals and towns. Surrounded in a very bold decorative border with vines, fruit and flowers. Very clean, fine condition with only a couple of tiny pin holes on folds. Advertisements for other maps and atlases on inside front cover. Folds into embossed, cloth covers boards which have some water damage. (A) $300-350

128. New York (New Railroad and County Map of New York), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 8.5". (FC) First edition with hand coloring. Very good detail, especially of railroads. Includes all of Lake Ontario and Long Island. (A) $50

129. North Carolina (New Railroad and County Map of North Carolina), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, [1882]. 11.5 x 8.5". (FC) First edition with hand coloring and attractive title. Very good detail throughout, especially of railroads. Inset Western Part of N.C. (A) $45

130. North & South Carolina (General Topographical Map, Sheet IV), Atlas of Union & Confederate Armies, [1891-5]. 27.5 x 16.5". (PC) Very detailed map of the region east of the 81st Meridian. Includes Columbia, Charleston, Wilmington and Morehead City. Large inset of Entrances to Cape Fear River, North Carolina and a vignette of the Rebel defenses at the entrance to Cape Fear River. Minor tear in margin. (A) $90

131. Ohio & Pennsylvania (City of Cincinnati [and] City of Pittsburg & Allegheny), J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Two city plans within one decorative border. Detailed plan down to individual buildings in some cases. The maps are noted as being drawn at the same scale. (A) $45

132. Ohio & Indiana (County Map of Ohio, and Indiana), S.A. Mitchell, Phil., 1860. 13 x 10.5". (FC) First edition with floral borders and very lovely coloring. Crisp impression with good detail. Even age toning & some discoloration in margins. (A) $45

133. Ohio & Indiana (New Railroad and County Map of Ohio & Indiana), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 9.2". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring. Names many forts, settlements and railroads. (A) $45

134. Oklahoma and Texas (New Railroad and County Map of Indian Territory and Northern Part of Texas), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 18 x 11.5". (FC) Double page map with original hand coloring and attractive title Very good detail throughout with railroads limited mostly to northern Texas. Public lands are in Oklahoma’s panhandle, the rest is partitioned into Indian lands. Extends south to below Waco and includes the entire Texan panhandle. (A) Click for full image.  $125

135. Oregon (Map of Oregon Territory west of the Cascade Mountains), C.K. Gardiner, Sen. Doc. No.1, 34th Congress, 1855. 10.2 x 17.5". (BW) Depicts a 125 mile long stretch of the Oregon coastline. There is very little settlement shown and no surveys outside the Willamette and Rogue river valleys. Trimmed margin on binding side as issued (1/8"), else fine. (A) $125

136. Oregon (Yaquina River Entrance, Oregon), U.S. Coast Survey, 1868. 19.5 x 24.75". (BW) Nice coastal chart with the town of Newport. Toned on folds with separations repaired with archival tape. (B) $30

137. Oregon and Washington (New Railroad and County Map of Oregon and Washington Territory), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 17". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and nice title. Very good detail throughout, naming many settlements, forts and railroads. Railroad extends south to Roseburg and north to Tacoma. Proposed RR shown through Sparta from about Puyallup to Ainsworth. (A+) $60

138. Pennsylvania (City of Philadelphia), J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Attractive street plan of the city. Very detailed, down to individual buildings in some areas. Steel engraving with decorative border. (A) Click image for full size. $75

139. Pennsylvania (Colton’s New Township Map of the State of Pennsylvania), G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 26 x 16.3". (FC) Double page, uncommon issue on scale of about 12.5 miles per inch. Names villages, railroads with fascinating detail. Fancy title lettering. Short split, repaired with archival tape. A most desirable sheet. (A) $175

140. South Carolina & Georgia (Colton’s City of Charleston [with] City of Savannah), G.W. & C.B. Colton, [1866]. 15.5 x 12.8". (FC) Two city plans within one decorative border. Dated 1855, but this example was published the year after the Civil War ended. Good detail on both, naming many buildings as well as RR’s. (B) $40

141. Texas (Manuscript Survey Plat), B. Collinsworth, District Surveyor, Austin, ca. 1845. This is a manuscript survey plat and filed notes, complete with map of 430 acres on Canoe Bayou on a scale of 1000 varas to an inch. The notes detail the position of "430 acres of Land for Isacc Vandorn out of the league known as the Duke league on Lake Austin. Said survey is situated on the North East Boundary of said League and above and adjoining lands belonging to said Vandorn out of the same league and bounded as follows . . ." Great early survey language such as "1300 varas to a stake in the prairie from which the highest tree . . . to a stake on Canoe Bayou from which a willow on the bayou below bears S58E to a live oak in the middle of a bunch of timber in the prairie" etc. Issac Vandorn was one of the original Old Three Hundred settlers in Texas, fought for independence in the battle of Velasco and was elected the first sheriff of Matagorda County. On a sheet measuring 16 x 12.5", folded, with the map and notes on one half. Written in brown ink. Toned with minor darkening along folds, paper sound. An extremely rare and important Texas historical document. (A) Click for other images.  $1200-1500

142. Texas (New Railroad and County Map of Southern Part of Texas), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 19.5 x 11.5". (FC) Large double page map. First edition with original hand color and nice title. Detailed with numerous railroads named. Extends north to include Waco. Large inset of the Western Part of Texas. Proposed RR from Uvalde to Del Rio. Attractive coloring. (A) $85

143. Texas (Map of Stephens County Texas), Land Dept. Texas & Pacific Railway Company, Marshall, TX, ca. 1890. 18 x 20". (PC) Separately issued lithographed map on thin laid paper. Details the entire county with unsold lands belonging to the Texas & Pacific Railway Co. colored in yellow. Also shows the boundaries of the Memphis El Paso and Pacific R.R. Reserve. Large blocks are designated, Lunatic Asylum, Blind Asylum, Orphan Asylum etc., which the railroad companies were required to develop. Also notes several names of land holders. Scale is 4000 Varas to 1 inch, (1900 varas square equally a 640 acre section). This was obviously a working map with several manuscript notations and boundary lines drawn in red and blue pencil. Has been professionally backed with Japanese tissue to repair some separations on folds. An unusual and scarce Texas & railroad item. (A) $600-700

144. Texas (Standard Indexed Map with Air Trails, Texas), Rand McNally, Chicago, 1929. 32 x 24". (PC) A fascinating map and 80+ page booklet which includes a complete index for Texas featuring the 1920’s census information, railroads, steamship lines, and most importantly AIRPORTS. The map is two-sided, one depicting the eastern region and the other the western region. Each is very detailed with the railroad network and the Air Trails complete with a key to various types of airports and facilities. A section of the booklet is called "Elements of Practical Air Navigation" which includes as one of the most important navigational instruments an accurate Air Map. Map separated from booklet, with a tear (repaired with archival tape), otherwise very good. (B) $100

145. Utah & Nevada (County Map of Utah and Nevada), S.A. Mitchell, New General Atlas,, 1870. 14 x 11.5". (FC) Decorative grapevine border, lovely coloring and good impression. Fancy letting in title. Shows the newly completed Transcontinental RR, mining regions, Indians and numerous roads. Does not include the southern region around Las Vegas. (A) $45

146. Utah (New Railroad and County Map of Utah), G. Cram, Illust. Family Atlas, [1882]. 9 x 11.5". (FC) 1st ed. with original hand coloring, fancy title. Names many railroads, settlements, forts. Good impression & color. RR’s end at Tooele, about Price, Frisco. (A) $55

147. Vermont, J.H. Colton, 1855. 16 x 13". (FC) Decorative scroll borders. Pastel coloring, good impression & much detail. Names many towns, villages, RR’s, etc. (A) $45

148. Virginia (Map of the Vicinity of Richmond, and Peninsular Campaign in Virginia), Johnson & Ward, New York, 1862. 25.7 x 16.7". (FC) Interesting CIVIL WAR map compiled from the official maps of the War Dept. It depicts many important battle sites & troop movements. Subtitled Showing also the interesting localities along the James, Chickahominy and York Rivers. This is the first edition and separately issued example of this map, which later appears in Johnson’s atlases after 1864. Printed on fine onionskin paper & folded. 1" binding tear, repaired with archival tape. (A) Click image for full size.  $275

149. Virginia and West Virginia (New Railroad and County Map of Virginia & West Virginia), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, Chicago, [1882]. 11.5 x 8.5". (FC) First edition with hand coloring & nice title. Very detailed map with many railroads named. (A) $50

150. Virginia (Sheet 2, Surveys for Military Defenses Map of Northeastern Virginia and Vicinity of Washington), Atlas of Union & Confederate Armies, 1891-5. 27 x 16.2". (PC) Covers from Mt. Vernon & Ft. Washington to Fredericksburg and to about Rappahannock. Map was drawn in 1862 by Young and Hesselbach of the Topographical Eng. It accompanied the report of Maj. Gen. McClellan & the Record of the McDowell Court of Inquiry. (A+) $90

151. Wisconsin (Plan of Milwaukee), S.A. Mitchell, 1878. 10.3 x 13.5". (FC) Floral border and light pastel coloring. Names numerous buildings and RR’s. Covers downtown north to Oak, south to Grant and west to Fulton. (A) $50

152. Wyoming (Map of the Yellowstone National Park…), U.S. Gov., 1881. 17 x 15.2". (PC) Very early map of the park Compiled from Official Explorations & Surveys of the Sup’t of the Park and other sources. Geyser and hot springs shown in red and hotel sites (12 in all) marked with large green stars. Folded as issued. (A+) Click image for full size.  $125

153. Wyoming (New Railroad and County Map of Wyoming), Geo. Cram, Illustrated Family Atlas, [1882]. 11.5 x 9.5". (FC) First edition with original hand coloring and nice title. Names many railroads, settlements, forts, and only seven counties. Good impression. (A)Click image for full size.  $55

154. Wyoming (Yellowstone National Park), I.P. Berthrong, General Land Office, 1911. 20 x 25". (PC) Pristine folding map of the park depicting park and state boundaries, roads, trails, hotels and snowshoe cabins. (A+) $75

155. United States, Mexico and the Caribbean (Insulae Americanae in Oceano Septentrionali cum Terris adiacentribus), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, ca. 1636-44. 20 x 14.7". (BW) Great decorative map of the Caribbean which also depicts the eastern coast of North American from the Chesapeake through the Gulf of Mexico with Central America and the northern coast of South America. Cartographically drawn on the extremely rare chart of Hessel Gerritsz 1631. This is the first state from the plate, published between 1636 to 44, with Latin text on verso signed Vuuu. Ref: Burden #248. Lightly toned with two small spots of candle wax. Strong crisp impression on fine, heavy paper. $1,500 reserve. (A) $1700-1900

156. United States, Mexico and the Caribbean (Nouvelle Espange, Nouveau Mexique, Isles Antilles), de Vaugondy, Nouvel Atlas Portatif, Paris, [1778]. 12 x 9.5". (OC) Good impression and color with decorative cartouche. Two distance scales and inset of the Azores. Extends from California (Baja) to Northern South America, the Caribbean and the east coast of the US to above Long Island. Names numerous Indian tribes, locates Santa Fe, San Ildefonso, Taos, and les Cenis in Texas. On sheet of hand laid paper with wide margins and watermark. A little staining mostly in margin and small spot of color on neatline. (A) Click image for full size.  $275

157. United States and Mexico (Le Nouveau Mexique avec la Partie Septentrionale de l’Ancient, ou de la Nouvella Espagne), R. Bonne, Paris, ca. 1780. 12.2 x 8". (FC) Covers the southwestern United States from California through Alabama and most of northern Mexico. Good detail of Indian tribes. Texas is named with a town located about where Austin is, also named Texas. Attractive modern color. (A) Click image for full size.  $250

158. United States and Mexico (Reconnaissance of the Colorado River), Lt. G. Derby, Report to 32nd Congress, 1850. 11 x 22.2". (BW) An interesting map that was to be the basis of understanding the region for the following decade. It was the first authentic account of the exploration and navigation of the Colorado River from the Gila River to the Gulf of Mexico. Numerous Indian villages are shown along the river with notations as to what type of vegetation is common. Ref: Wheat (TMW ) #668. Unfolded and pressed. (A+) $150