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Auction 153, Lot 322

"[Manuscript Map of Falls County, Texas]", Anon.

Subject: Falls County, Texas

Period: 1850 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
8.3 x 5.8 inches
21.1 x 14.7 cm
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This manuscript map covers a small region to the east of Waco and the Brazos River spanning approximately 50 square miles. It shows the landowners in the region including Gregrio Basques, Dennis Herrald and Sam White to name a few. It was most likely compiled for the Texas General Land Office. The circa date is based upon the creation of Falls County, which occurred in 1850.

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Condition: B+

Printed on very thin, banknote style paper with light toning and minor soiling in blank areas of the sheet.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $75

Closed on 5/20/2015

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