1857 Colton Map of Lake Superior and the Northern Part
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Title/Content of Map: 1857 Colton Map of Lake Superior and the Northern Part of Michigan -- Lake Superior and the Northern Part of Michigan Date: 1857, New York Cartographer: J Colton Size: 11.8 X 15.5 in.
This is a rare map of the Michigan Upper Peninsula alone. This land became part of Michigan (vs. Wisconsin Territory) with the compromise reached in the US Congress yielding Toledo and adjacent territory to Ohio. The land shown is well underdeveloped, with Houghton which is a University town, Iron River and other towns not yet established. Plenty of details are offered as to topography, rivers, lakes, cities and towns, roads, railroads, etc. Color-coded counties. The Colton decorative border is yet to appear. From the first edition, second issue of Colton's General Atlas.
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This is a rare map of the Michigan Upper Peninsula alone. This land became part of Michigan (vs. Wisconsin Territory) with the compromise reached in the US Congress yielding Toledo and adjacent territory to Ohio. The land shown is well underdeveloped, with Houghton which is a University town, Iron River and other towns not yet established. Plenty of details are offered as to topography, rivers, lakes, cities and towns, roads, railroads, etc. Color-coded counties. The Colton decorative border is yet to appear. From the first edition, second issue of Colton's General Atlas.
Reserve: $130.00
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Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Very Good. Light toning mostly in the margins and small marginal stains. A few very small foxing spots. Hand colored.
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1857 Colton Map of Lake Superior and the Northern Part
Estimate $150 - $200
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