MISSOURI

Cartographer / Artist: J. H. Colton & Co.

Date Created: 1855

Medium: Hand-colored steel engraving

Physical Dimensions: 15.5 x 18.5 inches

Geographic Scope: Missouri, United States

Archive Catalog ID: 603

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: US Midwest

A detailed 1855 mid-19th century map of Missouri by J. H. Colton showing county divisions, early railway lines, and an inset map of St. Louis, framed within Colton's signature grapevine border.

Condition: Mild age toning along margins. Scattered faint foxing. Original hand coloring bright and well. preserved

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MISSOURI

By J. H. Colton & Co.

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period 1855 Hand-colored steel engraving by J. H. Colton & Co. documenting Missouri, United States. Measures 15.5 x 18.5 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Hand-colored steel engraving
Sheet / Plate Size
15.5 x 18.5 inches
Date / Era
1855
Geographic Scope
Missouri, United States
Archive Catalog ID
603
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Mild age toning along margins
  • Scattered faint foxing
  • Original hand coloring bright and well
  • preserved

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A detailed 1855 mid-19th century map of Missouri by J. H. Colton showing county divisions, early railway lines, and an inset map of St. Louis, framed within Colton's signature grapevine border.

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