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Auction 103, Lot 193

"A New and accurate Map of the Province of Pennsylvania in North America, from the Best Authorities", Anon.

Subject: Pennsylvania

Period: 1780 (published)

Publication: Universal Magazine

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.7 x 10.6 inches
32.3 x 26.9 cm
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Uncommon Revolutionary War period map depicting settlements and roads as well as topography. Extends as far west as Chambers Town in Pennsylvania and includes part of New Jersey. The Boundary Line of Philadelphia run in 1730 divides Pennsylvania from Maryland. Decorative title cartouche with a fort and canon.

References: Jolly, UNIV-185; Sellers & van Ee, 1298.

Condition: A

Tasteful later color. Issued folding, now pressed. Hinge remnants on verso.

Estimate: $400 - $450

Sold for: $300

Closed on 6/11/2003

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