"New Sectional Map of the State of Illinois. Compiled from the United States Surveys…", Colton, Joseph Hutchins

This very large and highly detailed pocket map, created by J.M. Peck, John Messenger, and A.J. Mathewson, contains a trove of information. Printed on fine banknote quality paper the map features two large insets: "Vicinity of Alton & St. Louis" and "Vicinity of Galena, the Lead Region and part of Wisconsin and Iowa." This example is surrounded by a lovely decorative border, and includes an extensive legend, distance scales, a table giving the populations of towns and villages, and a large table discussing Public Land and Land Districts. Paper label on inside front cover lists numerous maps available in both "mounted and pocket form" from the publisher. A very nice example of this early Colton pocket map. Folds into original green boards (3.7 x 5.8") with embossing and gilt title.

References: Philips (M) p. 329.

Condition: B+

Some very light stains or toning and a few fold intersection splits. Previous owners name stamped on back of map, not affecting image. Covers lightly rubbed with a small split on lower portion of spine. All in all, quite remarkable condition for its age.