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Auction 206, Lot 241

"Colton's Maine", Colton, G.W. & C.B.

Subject: Maine

Period: 1880 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.8 x 15.5 inches
32.5 x 39.4 cm
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This Colton pocket map was published for Hoyt, Fogg & Donham of Portland, Maine. The map individually colors each township and locates roads, towns and villages, rivers, railroads and topography. Printed on fine banknote quality paper, the map is surrounded with Colton's trademark strapwork border. Folds into its original brown blind-stamped boards with gilt title "Map of Maine. Railroad & Stage Directory. 1880."

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Condition: B+

Issued folding with a couple of short archivally repaired fold separations and tiny loss at one fold junction. Covers have minor wear and some lifting of cloth from boards.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $110

Closed on 11/12/2025

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