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"Map and Profile of the Route of the Wilmington and Susquehanna Railroad Laid Down from Surveys...", Railroad Companies, (Various)

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Subject: Mid-Atlantic United States

Period: 1835 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

Size:
27.2 x 7.4 inches
69.1 x 18.8 cm
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This scarce early railroad survey was compiled by J. Trautwine and published in the Journal of the Franklin Institute. The map covers the route of the proposed railway from Wilmington, Delaware to Charlestown, Maryland and became one of the first railroads built in both states. Detail includes waterways, roads, villages and towns, and structures with owners’ names. Lithographed by Lehman & Duval.

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Condition: B+

Issued folding with light scattered foxing. The left margin has been extended to accommodate framing.

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $130

Closed on 6/21/2023

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