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Thomas Jefferys: Plan of Amelia Island In East Florida; A Chart of The Entrance Into St. Mary's River; A Chart of The Mouth of Nassau Rivers. By Captain William Fuller. 1770
Title: Plan of Amelia Island In East Florida; A Chart of The Entrance Into St. Mary's River; A Chart of The Mouth of Nassau Rivers. By Captain William Fuller. 1770 Map Maker: Thomas Jefferys
Description: A fine chart containing the soundings and navigational information surrounding Amelia Island and the mouths of the Nassau and St. Mary's rivers in Florida. The natural deep harbor on the north end of Amelia sland was an important anchorage for all kinds of sailing vessels including smugglers, pirates, and slave ships. The two charts on the right were made from surveys of Captain William Fuller. The plan of Amelia Island is noted as being taken from William De Brahm's map of South Carolina & Georgia. A prospective view of the entrance to St. Mary's River is inset at upper right. Dedicated to the Right Honorable John Earl of Egmont. A scarce chart. Condition Description: Good condition save for some minor splitting along fold lines. Original outline hand coloring.
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