Description: Original 1841 antique geological map of Massachusetts, with a color key to formations. The map is drawn on a scale of 1:440,765, and the image area measures 45.8 x 71 cm [18" x 28"]. The legend key locates 23 geological formations, shown through color and design, organized into six groups. It also locates deposits of plumbago, coal, iron, lead, copper, manganese, and zinc. Other details on the map include towns, rivers, and islands. The map is titled A Geological Map of Massachusetts by Edward Hitchcock and is dated 1841. It is identified as the Fourth Edition, executed under the direction of the Government of the State, and was printed by B.W. Thayer's Lithography, Boston. Condition: This map is in very good condition, bright and clean, with a bold impression and vibrant colors. It is printed on a lightweight paper and is blank on the back, with no printing on the reverse side, and it folds to 11" x 8", as issued. A small, repaired tear enters the border at the right edge. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions. It is an original, authentic antique map, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine. Edward Hitchcock was an eminent professor of chemistry and natural history at Amherst College and was selected in 1830 to conduct a general survey of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The publication of his first report and map in 1832 marked an epoch in American geological work as this was the first survey of an entire state conducted at public expense. In 1837 he was commissioned to make a further geological and mineralogical survey, which was updated in 1839 and illustrated on this map, printed in 1841. Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine shipping on the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything at one time, not individually. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution
Price: 249.99 USD
Location: Lake Worth, Florida
End Time: 2024-11-07T13:14:25.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
US State: Massachusetts
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Date Range: 1800-1899
Type: Geological Map
Format: Folding Map
Country/Region: United States of America
Printing Technique: Lithography
Year: 1841
Product Type: Antique Map
