Lot # 94 - This item is a collection of vintage paper road maps and travel guides

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions:
Start Date/Time: 24-Mar-2026 8:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 31-Mar-2026 8:33:00 PM
Current bid:

$5.00

Highest bidder:

mmjandera

Auction has ended

Description :

A nostalgic journey across the globe. This curated collection of vintage paper road maps and travel guides captures a bygone era of "the open road." Historically distributed by iconic gas stations, tourist bureaus, and banks, these maps are now prized as historical artifacts and examples of mid-century graphic design.

The collection includes:

  • Oil Company Classics: Features maps from legendary brands like Phillips 66 and Esso.

  • Global & Domestic Destinations: Includes regional maps for California and New Jersey, along with international travel guides for France (Paris) and Switzerland.

  • Historical Geography: These maps preserve old highway systems, town names, and landmarks exactly as they existed decades ago.

  • Graphic Appeal: Many feature vibrant cover illustrations and period-specific advertisements.

Condition: Good Vintage Condition. The paper remains intact with typical age-related wear, including some minor edge fraying or light yellowing consistent with their history as a functional travel tool. Most remain crisp with original folds.


Shipping

SHIPPABLE: Yes.

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Auction History

Highest bidder is mmjandera

Date Bid User
31-Mar-2026 4:48:21 PM $5.00 mmjandera

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