Louisiana Land Districts Lake Pontchartrain 1849 U.S.G. old state survey map

Map of Louisiana Representing the Several Land Districts

(North America- United States- Lake Pontchartrain- Vermillion Bay- New Orleans- Mississippi River)

Printed 1849, Washington by U. S. Government

Original mid- 19th Century lithograph map.

Printed on lithographic paper as issued which shows minor light signs of age, is slightly age toned- resulting in a nice patina, must be handled carefully, but remains sound.

A detailed, scarce and interesting early chart which could readily be collected on it's own merits, displayed or given as a present.

In Good+ or better antiquarian condition, mostly clean overall, light minor age dustiness or light surface wear, small scattered spotting or age soiling as seen, short tears along the upper edge that extends into the map with some wrinkling, original fold-lines as issued, overall the map is clean and attractive --

Please inspect photos closely- any noteworthy flaws to the printed surface area should be noticeable within pictures provided. These pictures form a central part of the item description and we encourage you to study them carefully. We will send the actual antique item shown.

[ note: We grade very conservatively. We are doing our best to show & describe this item so you are happy when it arrives ].

Despite any small minor age flaws, the map and printed area remain clean and visually pleasing- the map is well preserved.

An interesting antique printed map that any collector, dealer, institution or person of taste would be happy to own or display.

Sheet measures c. 18" W x 16 1/2" H.

Engraved area measures c. 16 1/2" W x 15 1/2" H.

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