Atlas to Accompany Monograph XXXI on the Geology of the Aspen District Colorado
Washington: United States Geological Survey, 1898. Soft cover. Large folio, printed by Julius Bien & Co. 22" x 18.5" Wonderfully detailed and colored maps documenting the topography and geology of Aspen, Tortellotte Park, Hunter Park, Lenado, and Smuggler Mountain, key areas of silver production, prepared by the economic geologist Josiah Edward Spur. 'All geological maps and sections are approximately correct representations of the facts of nature, and can be made to approach accuracy in proportion to the opportunity given for detail, which is largely governed by the scale used.'(Legend) Scuffs to the dark brown cloth cover, significant wear to the corners and top and bottom edges of the spine. Gilt lettering bright. Covers coming loose. Some toning of pages. Images are clean and bright. Large item, will require extra shipping. Good. Item #2022-M265
Price: $425.00