Large Map Plate of Nicaragua Route (1897-1901) Isthmian Canal Comm #38
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Up for sale is a large antique map Plate of the Nicaragua Route from Lock No. 2 to Rio San Francisco showing Lines of Canal, Service Railroad, and Borings, Plate 38, Map #3, Sheet 4. Large view of Nicaragua Route. Authorities are Surveys of the Isthmian Canal Commission from 1899-1901, and Surveys of the Nicaragua Canal Commission from 1897-1899.It measures approximately 34 x 15. It is blank on the back.The Plate comes from The Report of the Isthmian Canal Commission, 1897-1901. This report was commissioned to develop the best route and plan for the construction of the Panama Canal. The Plate is a rare example of the publication of this work.The report was published by the Government Printing Office circa 1903.Overall the Plate is in good condition. Some light browning and staining around the edges. A small hole in the center of the map. A few light stains on the top left section of the map. Small dark specks throughout the map. Several creases and browning down the middle where it was originally folded when bound.Some dings and stains around the edges. Will look very nice framed.Note also that while I have included a picture of the List of Plates from the original book it is not included in the sale as it is a reference piece to determine authenticity for several other plates. I would be happy to include a copy if requested.Please
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