DescriptionTitle: 1854-5 Parke Map of California from San Francisco to Los Angeles -- Map No. 1 From San Francisco Bay to the Plains of Los Angeles from Explorations and Surveys Made Under the Direction of Hon Jefferson Davis…Cartographer: J. ParkeYear/Place: 1854-5, WashingtonDimensions: 28.3 X 37.7 in.Description: This is an outstanding and somewhat rare map of California from San Francisco to past Los Angeles. This is of great interest, not only for its route, which is that of the Southern Pacific Coast Line, but because of its showing of ranchos and missions along the route. The proposed line is shown from San Jose south to the Puebla de Los Angeles, San Bernardino and through the San Gorgonio Pass on its way east. Remarkable amount of detail is offered along the route including well rendered hachure depicting elevation. The Spanish Trail, mail route to Salt Lake City and Whipple's route are shown passing through Cajon Pass and on to the Mojave River. Unexplored for the most part past the Sierra Nevada. From Reports of Explorations and Surveys, to Ascertain the Most Practicable and Economical Route for Railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean… 1853-56 Volume XIReserve: $140.00Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $18.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.Location: This item ships from OhioYour purchase is protected:Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.

Very Good. Slight toning, more in issued folds. A few smaller foxing spots. A Slit in fold corners. Uncolored.