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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA TREASURES: Presented by Chico / Redding Consignment Center 2/25

Sun, Feb 9, 2025 04:00PM EST - Sun, Feb 23, 2025 04:00PM EST
Lot 242

61 of 74 Hand Colored Maps - Thomson's New General Atlas 1817 Elephant Folio

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
61 of 74 maps bound landscape style without the text from the atlas. Hinges weak. No Title page, index or explantory text. The Frontpiece of Mountain Heights is present. Elephant folio- Leaves are 21 inches tall by 27binches long. Printed area on maps is 19 inches high and 23 inches wide. Missing are the World Map #1 followed by maps 5, 39, 51, 52,53,54,55,56,57,58,72 and 73. Map 34 which is the 4 sheet map of Europe is present. The 61 maps are in very good condition with a marginal tear to one map and little toning to the paper.  Processing and shipping within the Continental US $120. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Condition

Missing pages and toning to paper with foxing. Weak Hinges. Please see photos.