1875 Lithograph Guano Island Fertilizer Saltpeter Mining Congress Act XGK8 XGU1 Gerli and Company

Gerli and Company

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1875 Lithograph Guano Island Fertilizer Saltpeter Mining Congress Act XGK8 XGU1 Gerli and CompanyThis is an original 1875 black and white lithograph in text of the Guano Islands. The Guano Islands in the 1840's became prized for its fertilizer and saltpeter. In 1855 the U. S. learned of its guano deposits that lead congress to pass the Guano Islands Act so they could take advantage of the deposits. CONDITION This 136+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water