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Lot 2055
Map of the British Colonies in North America, 1761
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
A NEW MAP OF NORTH AMERICA FROM THE LATEST DISCOVERIES. London, 1761. First edition (second edition dated to 1763). Copperplate engraving, hand colored, presenting the British Colonies towards the end of the French and Indian War, including Georgia as the last of the thirteen colonies; presented behind mats and in wooden frame.

Image size 10 3/4 x 14 3/4 in.; frame dimensions 16 3/4 x 20 1/2 in.

With (4) vertical fold creases, (1) horizontal fold crease, and additional shallow creases; (1) area of very minor soiling, (1) 1-in. tear on far right side, light toning; not examined out of frame; frame with light wear; good overall condition.