1798 Ad Seamen Books Charts Stationary William T Clap Boston Ship Sail Crew YJR1

This is an original 1798 black and white print ad for charts and pilots of various kinds from William T. Clap in Boston, Massachusetts.

CONDITION

This 214+ year old Item is rated Very Fine / Fine. Heavy aging throughout. No creases. There is acid staining in this image. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine / Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 2.75 x 2 inches; 7 x 5 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is really excited to offer a collection from 1798, by far one of our oldest collections yet. Coming all the way from Boston, Massachusetts, these small yet powerful pieces of history reflect the maritime lifestyle of the city in its early days, and provide a fascinating glimpse into a facet of the American past.

Keywords specific to this image: Antique Advertising, Moore's Navigation, Writing, Quills, Paper, Penknives, Slates, Pencil, Wafters, Wax, Boxes, Razors, Scales

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