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: Most authentic maps were originally bound in atlases and will show a centerfold , glue stains on the back, or small holes where they were sewn into a book.

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: Maps printed before approximately 1775 often use "laid" paper , made from cotton rags. When held to the light, you should see vertical "chain lines" spaced about an inch apart. Later 19th-century maps use machine-made paper that is more uniform. Printing Impressions : : Most authentic maps were originally bound in

: Genuine antique color was applied by hand. Look for "show-through" on the reverse side of the paper, particularly with greens, which often oxidized and bled through over time. 2. Where to Buy Antique Maps When held to the light, you should see

: Use a 10x magnifier to inspect ink lines. Authentic maps have solid lines, whereas modern digital or offset reproductions are made of tiny, patterned dots (CMYK).