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Auction 208, Lot 268
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"An Accurate Map of New York in North America, from a Late Survey", Anon.

Subject: Colonial New York & Western Vermont

Period: 1780 (published)

Publication: Universal Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
10.8 x 13.3 inches
27.4 x 33.8 cm
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This map centers on New York but also includes parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut Massachusetts and Vermont. It provides an excellent view of colonial settlements, forts and roads. Three different boundary line claims are shown between New Jersey and New York. West of the Delaware River are Endless Mountains and northern New York is labeled Hunting Grounds. Published in the August 1780 issue.

References: Jolly #UNIV-187; Sellers & Van Ee #1112.

Condition: B+

Issued folding on a bright sheet of watermarked paper with light offsetting. There is a short archivally repaired edge tear at bottom that enters 0.75" into the image.

Estimate: $180 - $210

Sold for: $170

Closed on 4/22/2026

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