Wild Bill Hickok Treasure Map
Original price was: $225.00.$150.00Current price is: $150.00.
A charming pictorial map listing locations of supposed treasure throughout the United States.
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Description
This is a highly decorative and whimsical map of the United States, published in 1952 by the Rand McNally Company and inspired by the Wild Bill Hickok television show. The focus of the map, as outlined in the title cartouche, is on nearly 300 alleged treasure sites scattered throughout the country. While only a fraction of those are listed (maybe the publishers wanted to keep some for themselves), the corresponding stories for those that appear are diverse and range from confirmed to spurious at best.
Although it’s use as a practical treasure map is limited, this map brims with references to a romanticized America – pirates, pioneers, conquistadors, and Native Americans are all boldly depicted in various states of action and conflict. A pirate-themed compass rose and illustrated border complete the mythical subject matter.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1952
Author: Bob Glaubke
Sheet Width (in): 36.00
Sheet Height (in): 24.50
Condition: B
Condition Description: Moderately worn and creased along former fold lines, including about 12" total of separation that has been repaired on the verso with archival tape. A few small holes at the fold intersections has resulted in minimal spots of paper loss, and there is a small chip in the lower right that just enters the neatline. Pinholes in each corner of the sheet, confined to the margin. Good condition overall.
Original price was: $225.00.$150.00Current price is: $150.00.
1 in stock