Antique 1880s Appleton’s General Railway Map of the United States & Canada
$149.80
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$149.80
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Offered for sale is a large-format, original folding map titled "Appleton’s General Railway Map of the United States and Canada," compiled from the latest official sources for Appleton’s National Railway Guide.
Size: Approximately 35” x 29”.
Content: This detailed map highlights the extensive rail network across North America during the late 19th century, making it an essential reference for historians, railroad enthusiasts, and collectors of American cartography.
Verso (Back): The reverse side is packed with fascinating, high-quality period advertisements from the era, including promotions for hotels (e.g., The Shelburne in Atlantic City), heavy machinery manufacturers (William Sellers & Co.), and publishers (D. Appleton & Co.).
Condition: The map retains its original folding creases. Please refer to the provided high-resolution photographs to inspect the condition, as they are part of the description.
This is a beautiful, display-ready piece of Americana that captures the industrial and commercial spirit of the 1880s.
$149.80
Sale price
$149.80
Regular price
Antique 1880s Appleton’s General Railway Map of the United States & Canada
$149.80
Sale price
$149.80
Regular price
Offered for sale is a large-format, original folding map titled "Appleton’s General Railway Map of the United States and Canada," compiled from the latest official sources for Appleton’s National Railway Guide.
Size: Approximately 35” x 29”.
Content: This detailed map highlights the extensive rail network across North America during the late 19th century, making it an essential reference for historians, railroad enthusiasts, and collectors of American cartography.
Verso (Back): The reverse side is packed with fascinating, high-quality period advertisements from the era, including promotions for hotels (e.g., The Shelburne in Atlantic City), heavy machinery manufacturers (William Sellers & Co.), and publishers (D. Appleton & Co.).
Condition: The map retains its original folding creases. Please refer to the provided high-resolution photographs to inspect the condition, as they are part of the description.
This is a beautiful, display-ready piece of Americana that captures the industrial and commercial spirit of the 1880s.