Monterey Bay to Salt Point CA Coast Fishing Grounds 1888 U.S.F.C. fisheries map

Chart of the Pacific Coast from Monterey to Salt Point, Cal. Showing the Coast Fishing Grounds

Season of 1888-89

(North America- United States- Fisheries Map- California- San Francisco Bay- San Pablo Bay- Trawl Lines)

Printed 1888, Washington by U. S. Commission of Fish and Fisheries

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 fisheries 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, original fold-lines as issued, overall the map is clean and very 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. 15" W x 23 3/4" H.

Engraved area measures c. 14" W x 22 5/8" H.

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