1857 San Francisco Map – Historic U.S. Coast Survey, Vintage California City Plan, Early Bay Area Map, Old San Francisco Layout Print

Description

U.S. Coast Survey of San Francisco, 1857 Map

This detailed reproduction of an 1857 map of San Francisco and its vicinity, created by the U.S. Coast Survey, offers a fascinating snapshot of the city and surrounding areas during the mid-19th century. The map highlights the growing infrastructure of San Francisco, including its street layout, landmarks, and topography, along with the nearby shoreline of the San Francisco Bay. This map is historically significant as it captures San Francisco during the Gold Rush era, a time of rapid growth and transformation for the city and the entire region.

Perfect for history enthusiasts, this map reveals San Francisco’s early development and showcases the U.S. Coast Survey’s precision and attention to detail.

I personally digitally restore and clean up the original scanned image, adjusting colors, exposure, and fixing blemishes to produce a high-quality print. However, to maintain the vintage look and historical accuracy, I retain some imperfections.

What Makes My Prints Different

Sure, you might find similar prints elsewhere, but not all prints are equal. I use a high-end lab with professional photo printers, high-quality archival inks, and acid-free archival Lustre paper—a premium, heavier paper offering vibrant colors with a fingerprint-resistant, glare-free matte finish. Prints are available in all popular sizes; select your size when ordering. Please note that listing photos are low resolution, but high-resolution files are used for printing. Prints are unframed; frames shown are for illustration purposes only.

Shipping

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