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Auction 101, Lot 114

"A Map Exhibiting Mr. Hearnes Tracks in his two Journies for the discovery of the Copper Mine River… [together with] A Plan of Albany River in Hudson's Bay", Hearne, Samuel

Subject: Canada

Period: 1796 (published)

Publication: A Journey from Prince of Wales Fort…

Color: Hand Color

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Pair of interesting and important maps in the history of Canadian cartography. Hearne's epic journey put a final end to all disputes concerning a Northwest Passage through Hudson's Bay. First is a general map (14.5 x 10.2") showing his travels in the Barren grounds and the discovery of the Coppermine River. Second (13.5 x 10.5") is an interesting little chart showing the mouth of the river with Albany Fort, the Old Factory, Sawpit Island, etc. A notation below the title provides visual navigation aids. Both from the second, Dublin edition.

References: Kershaw #499 & #501.

Condition: B

Minor light foxing toned with pastel.

Estimate: $275 - $325

Sold for: $230

Closed on 12/4/2002

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