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Central America, Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Islands of the Caribbean Sea Wall Map - Published 1913 by National Geographic
$49.95
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Sea Lanes, Lights & Lines — Central America, Cuba, Porto Rico & the Caribbean (1913)
On the eve of the Panama Canal’s opening, this February 1913 National Geographic sheet captures a maritime world in motion. Fine ocean bathymetry, country/colonial borders (including overlapping tints for disputed boundaries), principal lighthouses, U.S. consular posts, steamship routes, and coaling stations are rendered in crisp, readable detail—perfect for wall display and close study alike.
More Than a Map – A Pre-Canal Moment
This isn’t just décor—it’s a record of commerce, diplomacy, and navigation just before global shipping patterns were transformed. Ideal for historians, educators, genealogists, designers, and collectors, it situates the Caribbean basin and Central America at a pivotal turn in world trade.
Premium Materials & Finishes
🌟 Archival Paper Print
Heavyweight 160gsm matte paper for clean lines and glare-free viewing—ideal under glass.
💎 Laminated Edition
Fully encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate (true thermal bonding).
Durable, moisture-resistant, and wipe-clean—great for classrooms and busy spaces.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with hanging cord for a ready-to-hang finish. (Allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)
🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for deep tone and crisp type.
Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered, corded, elegant. (Allow up to 10 working days with hang rails.)
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Central America, Cuba, Porto Rico & the Islands of the Caribbean Sea |
| Publisher | National Geographic |
| Original Publication | 1913 (one year before the Panama Canal opened) |
| Scale | 1:9,000,000 |
| Cartographic Content | Bathymetry; country/colonial borders (incl. disputed overlaps); lighthouses; U.S. consuls; steamship routes; coaling stations |
| Map Size | 588 mm (W) × 415 mm (H) |
| Available Formats | Paper, Laminated, Canvas |
| Paper Weight | 160gsm archival-quality |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss sheets (encapsulated) |
| Canvas Weight | 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Laminated & Canvas options (lead time up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Made in Australia |
Why Choose This Map
✔ Pre-Canal Snapshot: See routes, ports, and politics just before global shipping was reshaped.
✔ Maritime Detail: Lighthouses, coaling stations, and consular posts enrich the story of sea power.
✔ Compact & Clear: A versatile size with room-friendly presence and fine legibility.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.
Our Commitment
Every map is printed locally in Australia, checked by hand, and carefully packed for safe arrival. From press to wall, we focus on quality, durability, and historical fidelity.
Chart the crossroads of the Americas. Order the Central America & Caribbean (1913) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.
