Illinois State Map Chicago Mississippi River Lake Michigan 1872 Asher & Adams Silesia Gilt spine states "How a

Gilt spine states "How a Farmer can become rich"

12 1/2" W x 7 1/2" H

Map needs to be lined with rice paper or further repaired with archival tape

Versailles 1913

Illinois State Map Chicago Mississippi River Lake Michigan 1872 Asher & Adams Silesia Gilt spine states "How aAsher & Adams' Illinois. (North America, United States, Illinois, Chicago, Springfield, Lake Michigan, Mississippi River). Issued 1872, New York by Asher and Adams. Uncommon and elusive mid 19th century lithographed map with original hand color. Paper is well age toned, map displays a nice age patina. Light old damp staining across the bottom and edges. Original fold line as issued. Sheet Measures c. 17 1 2" x 24". Printed Area Measures c. 16" x 22 1