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Old Map of Montana – Railroads, Indian Reservations & Frontier Settlements 1888
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£424.39
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Antique Map of Montana – Railroads, Indian Reservations & Frontier Settlements, 1888
This antique engraved map depicts the Territory of Montana in 1888, engraved and published by Rand, McNally & Co. in Chicago for their Improved Indexed Business Atlas and Shippers Guide. It captures Montana during its territorial period—just a year before it was admitted as a state in 1889—providing a detailed view of counties, railroads, Native American reservations, and frontier settlements.
The map highlights Montana’s developing railroad network, with lines marked in red and blue. The Northern Pacific Railroad dominates the state, running west to east through towns such as Missoula, Helena, Bozeman, Livingston, Billings, and Glendive, linking the Pacific Northwest to the Great Plains. Smaller lines and proposed routes are also shown, serving mining camps and frontier communities. These railroads were vital in connecting Montana’s resources—particularly minerals, timber, and cattle—to markets nationwide.
Counties are clearly marked, including Deer Lodge, Lewis and Clarke, Silver Bow, Gallatin, Yellowstone, Choteau, and Dawson. Mining towns such as Butte, Helena, and Virginia City are prominently labeled, reflecting Montana’s reputation as one of the richest mining territories in the American West, particularly for silver, copper, and gold. Ranching and agricultural settlements are noted in the plains regions, showing the diversity of Montana’s developing economy.
The map also draws attention to Native American lands, including the Crow Reservation, Blackfeet Reservation, and Fort Belknap Agency, along with references to the Gros Ventre and Piegan tribes. These areas reflect the continuing displacement and reservation system imposed on Indigenous peoples during the late 19th century. Natural features such as the Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone River, and Missouri River are clearly engraved, along with Yellowstone National Park at the southern border, which had been established just 16 years earlier in 1872.
This map is historically significant as it portrays Montana at the threshold of statehood, still shaped by frontier conditions, mining booms, and railroad expansion. The clear engraving and level of detail reflect Rand McNally’s reputation for accuracy and utility, serving businessmen, shippers, and settlers.
Condition summary: Good condition overall. Mild age toning and light foxing at the margins. Original center fold as issued, no significant tears or repairs. Strong paper with sharp engraved detail.
Framing tips: A walnut or mahogany frame enhances the antique aesthetic, while a black frame with ivory matting provides a modern contrast. A double mat, ivory with a muted green or earth-tone accent, would complement Montana’s mountainous and frontier character.
Technique: Engraving
Maker: Rand, McNally & Co., Chicago, 1888
- Dimensions:Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 20.67 in (52.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1888
- Condition:Condition summary: Good condition overall. Mild age toning and light foxing at the margins. Original center fold as issued, no significant tears or repairs. Strong paper with sharp engraved detail.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12794-541stDibs: LU3054346352262
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