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Auction 155, Lot 308

"Virginia", Morse, Jedidiah (Rev.)

Subject: Virginia

Period: 1796 (circa)

Publication: The American Universal Geography

Color: Black & White

Size:
7.6 x 5.8 inches
19.3 x 14.7 cm
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This map of Virginia is nearly identical to the maps of Barker and Scott, but here the western boundary is not shown on either the eastern or western fork of the Big Sandy River. It features fine topographical detail and names several towns and cities, including Washington (not yet the District of Columbia), Richmond, Charlotteville, and, outside the state, Pittsburg. Tennessee is still N.W. Territory. Onancock is labeled Onaucook, again a similarity to the Barker and Scott maps. Published by Thomas & Andrews and engraved by Samuel Hill.

References: McCorkle (18th C. Geography) #304-12; Wheat & Brun #571.

Condition: A

A nice impression with a couple of tiny, unobtrusive spots and minor printer's ink residue at top center.

Estimate: $190 - $220

Sold for: $120

Closed on 11/18/2015

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