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A new and correct map of the United States of North America : layd down from the latest observations and best authorities agreeable to the Peace of 1783 ; humbly incsribed to his Excellency the Governor and Company of the State of Connecticut by their most obedient and very humble servant Abel Buell

Description: A reproduction in four sheets, hand colored with interesting state borders. Accompanied by printed explanation. Cartouche: Flag, Maid with liberty cap. Prime meridian: GM, Philadelphia. Relief: hachures. Graphic Scale: Miles. Projection: Pseudocylindrical. Printing Process: Lithography.
Type: Rare Books(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1963
Call number: 373302
Creator: Buell, Abel (1742-1822)(Opens in new tab)
Dimensions: 107 x 121 cm on 4 sheets 61 x 66 cm
Associated organization: New Jersey Historical Society.
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