Description: Cedar Keys and Approaches, Florida Nice example of a mid-19th century chart or map (dated 1861)issued by the U. S. Government at the beginning of the Civil War showing partof the coast of Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. Includes Cedar Key, Goose Cove,Seahorse Key, Snake Key, North Key, Sea Horse Channel, West Oyster Reef,Suwannee Reef, etc. Extensive navigation information with soundings, tide information,sailing directions, lighthouse information, and other notes. The chart wasproduced under the supervision of A. D. Bache, Superintendent of the U.S. CoastSurvey (and grandson of Benjamin Franklin). Condition: Folding chart in fair antique condition, niceimpression on sturdy, mildly age-toned paper, slightly darkened along the folds, one fold repaired with acid free tape. Size: Approx. 24 x 20 inches Will ship USPS Media Mail for free.
Price: 34.99 USD
Location: Lafayette, Colorado
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Date Range: 1850-1899
Type: Coastal Chart
Format: Folding Map
Printing Technique: Lithography
US State: Florida
Year: 1861
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Cartographer/Publisher: A. D. Bache
City: Cedar Key
Country/Region: United States of America
