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Description: It is an original engraved Pre-Civil War era antique map in great shape with original handcoloring as issued. It is from Morse and Gaston's Diamond Atlas with Descriptions of All Countries published by New York, Gaston, 1856. A copy of the title page is included for authenticity. It is an early example of a cerographic map, a wax engraving process invented by Sidney Morse, the brother of Samuel Morse. The color was added by hand. The map is not mounted nor matted, being sold as a single sheet as seen in the first pic. Overall, A Beautiful Map that will frame up nicely.
Size: The map image measures approximately 5 by 6 inches on a 6 by 7 1/2" page with a margin all around for framing as seen in the pic.
Condition: The map is in Very Good condition with overall tonal aging and some slight darkening around the edges. It is a nice dark impression with superb color, blank on the reverse. The map is very clean with no obvious defects to mention. The pics are of the actual map.
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