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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Kathleen Hooley, post: 1729169, member: 12336&quot;]I have reviewed a few old maps.&nbsp; I&#039;m not an expert but here are a few things I have learned.&nbsp; It was likely etched on a plate which leaves some evidence behind.&nbsp; Look at the map under a 30x jewelers loupe.&nbsp; You should see clear distinct lines.&nbsp; If you see dots then it is a repro.&nbsp; There may be a very light impression just past the edge of the map from the plate when it was pressed upon the paper.&nbsp; Also, look at the map up-close and from the side.&nbsp; Original pressed etched maps usually have a 3-D quality and you may see slightly raised areas from the ink applied during the press.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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