Lake Erie Maps & Prints
An Original Antique Map: Not a Reproduction!
$5 Shipping for all Maps Shipped Together
It is an original antique Map: Not a Reproduction!" It is a copper engraved map with plate indentions in the margins and original hand coloring as issued. It is printed on one sheet, blank on reverse with a centerfold as issued. The It is from an 1876 edition of Stieler's Hand-Atlas. It is dated 1876 in the bottom center margin under the name of the publisher "Gotha: Justus Perthes" and the name of the Atlas appears in the upper right margin. A copy of the title page of the Atlas is also included with all maps. The Stieler maps, designed by Peterman, are some of the most detailed and accurate of the time period, drawn and printed with deft precission. Great for Geneology. A Beautiful Map that will Frame up nicely!
Size: The map image measures approximately 14 by 16 inches on a 15 by 18 1/2" page with approximately an inch or more margin all around for framing.
Condition: The main map is in Excellent Condition condition with original handcoloring. The map image is very clean with no defects to mention. A beautiful map that will frame up nicely.
Payment Details: We accept most major credit cards through Paypal. Please ask if you have any questions about payment. International Bidders are welcomed and encouraged. Payment is expected within 7 days. Nonpaying Bidders will be reported to Ebay to recoup our listing fees.
Shipping: We have a flat shipping rate of $5 for Priority Mail (1-3 days) in the United States or $7 for International Airmail (5 to 10 days) elsewhere in the world. There are no extra shipping charges on all maps shipped together, so feel free to bid and know that you will never be charged more than $5 for shipping. Overnight is $20 by USPS Express Mail. Please let us know in advance if Express mail is desired so we can have item ready for shipping on time. In some rural locations it might take 2 days.
Insurance rates: We offer optional low insurance of $1 for up to $50 of value, $2 up to $100 and $3 up to $200, etc... International insurance is more complicated depending on country and requires sending by parcel post which is slightly more expensive. We can always send by International Registered mail for an additional $7.50, which includes $40 insurance and is very secure. More rate and insurance information can be found at USPS.com, typical weight of one large map is 8 ounces. We highly recommend Insurance for all items over $30 and will not be responsible for items once they are shipped. We double check all addresses and use secure priority mail with delivery confirmation to insure that you receive your map. International Bidders are welcome and encouraged. We will be glad to answer any questions, as well as to send detailed pics to serious bidders seeking specific locations.
All Prices Firm: In order to be fair to all our customers we do not negotiate prices outside of Ebay and will not respond to emails regarding special prices. We will ship all multiple purchases of maps together for one $5 shipping charge anywhere in the world.
