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Map of South America #59631

Currency:USD Category:Books / Antiquarian & Collectible Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Map of South America  #59631
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Double truck, 73,74. Engraved Cartography with hand color by A.J. Johnson. Vivid color. This shows Panama railroad for gold region bound pioneers. Many gold rush bound pioneers traveled from the east coast of the United States around Cape Horn at the southern most tip of South American and up to California. Advertisements for ship tickets promised luxury accommodations and hours of carefree pleasure. Many travelers ended up on Whaling ships with people crammed in where the blubber and oil were once carried some were so crowded, people had to sleep standing up. More than 500 ships set out for California in 1849. Many gold seekers from Europe took this route once they had landed in New York or Boston. Interesting map. No condition issues noted. On Mat Board (not adhered) with plastic covers. If mats are shipped then additional shipping may apply. 18" x 25". State: South America City: Date: 1863