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Auction 136, Lot 282

"Topographical Map of the District of Columbia and a Portion of Virginia", U.S. Corps of Engineers

Subject: Washington, D.C.

Period: 1884 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
20.5 x 20.6 inches
52.1 x 52.3 cm
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This incredibly detailed map covers the vicinity of Washington DC including Alexandria, Virginia. It was compiled from maps made by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey 1879-84, military maps made in 1861-65, Boschke's map of 1861 and Carpenter's Assessment maps from 1882.

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Condition: A

Folding as issued with minor toning and a couple tiny separations at fold intersections.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $110

Closed on 6/1/2011

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