Four Geologic Atlases of the United States [California Gold Belt]

Set of four ‘Library Edition’ atlases covering gold-bearing regions in Central California.

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Description

This group of four geologic atlases was published by the United States Geological Survey between 1894 and 1897. Each focuses on a particular quadrangle within California’s Gold Belt – a portion of the Sierra Nevada lying between the parallels of 37° 30′ and 40° north latitude. The approximately 9,000 square mile area was rich in gold-bearing deposits.

Included are the Library Editions of the Sonora Folio, Smartsville Folio, Sacramento Folio, and Downieville Folio. Each atlas includes a summary of the Gold Belt, topographic and geologic maps, and cross-sections of geologic structures.

Map Details

Publication Date: 1894 - 1897

Author: United States Geological Survey

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Condition: B+

Condition Description: Group of four 19th century geologic atlases with stapled binding and original paper covers. The covers are brittle from age and show toning, several chips, and tears. Condition of contents ranges from good to very good, with scattered soiling, some damp staining, dirty fingerprints, etc. consistent with age and use. Sonora shows some scattered worming, dampstaining in the lower corner of Sacramento folio, and other various moderate signs of damage and use.

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