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Auction 155, Lot 755

"[U.S. State Surveys - 12 Maps]", U.S. State Surveys

Subject: Exploration and Surveys, United States

Period: 1856 (published)

Publication: Sen. Ex. Doc. #5, 34th Congress, 3rd Session

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.9 x 11.9 inches
22.6 x 30.2 cm
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This is the complete volume of illustrations accompanying the reports submitted for the 3rd session of the 34th Congress and demonstrate surveying progress primarily in the Midwest and western United States, including maps of Michigan, Iowa, California, New Mexico, and Utah. The 12 maps included in this volume are:

Sketch of the Public Surveys in the State of Michigan
Map of the State of Wisconsin and Territory of Minnesota
Map of the State of Iowa
Sketch of the Public Surveys in the State of Arkansas
A Map of the State of Louisiana, Representing the Several Land Districts
A Map of the State of Florida, Exhibiting the Extent and Condition of the Survey in That State
A Map of the Public Surveys in the State of California
A Map of a Part of the Territory of Washington
A Map Showing the Amount of Surveys Executed in the Territory of New Mexico
Sketch of the Public Surveys in the Territories of Kansas and Nebraska
A Map Exhibiting the Progress of the Surveys in the Territory of Utah
Plan of a New Jail in the City of Washington

Hardbound in original embossed cloth boards with gilt titles on front cover and spine.

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Condition: B

Maps are in typical condition with light toning primarily along the folds, misfolds, and scattered foxing. Several of the maps have short binding tears including Michigan, Florida and California. The map of Louisiana is moderately toned. Covers show light wear with bumped edges.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $130

Closed on 11/18/2015

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