Item #218495 Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska. Coast, Geodetic Survey Report.
Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska
Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska
Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska
Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska

Sketch Showing the Progress of Surveys in South East Alaska

Coast and Geodetic Survey Report, 1896.

Map. Uncolored lithograph. Image measures 29.75" x 13 5/8".

Beautifully detailed chart of the Alexander Archipelago, from Cape Yakataga to the Dixon Entrance, including Juneau. This survey was made while Alaska was a "district" and around the time gold was discovered in neighboring Yukon Territory. The discovery prompted a large influx of settlers and encouraged further exploration and mapping of the area. Stain to lower right and minor aging along original folds.

Binding: Unbound
Condition: Very Good
Language: English

Price: $400.00

Item #218495

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