Colorful Colorado. Folding Map of the State of Colorado 1964

Colorado Department of Highways

Published by Department of Highways - State of Colorado, Denver, CO U.S.A., 1964

About this Item

Large 21.5" by 34", Folding color brochure with a highway map and a separate color topographical map. On one side, is a highway map with close-up maps of three cities (Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo) showing the main routes through cities. The reverse is separated into 4 sections with 4 panels each matching the folds. As you unfold the map sections (5.375" x 8.5" each panel), front & back are designed to be a mailer, with the faux signature of Governor John Love, costing 4 cents postage. Other 2 panels of this section show pictures and one sentence descriptions of state highlights, titled "Colorado, Treasure Chest of History, Zestful Air, Spectacular Scenery, Natural Resources." 2nd Section again shows photographs and description titled "Colorado. Summer and Winter Playground Amid the Grandeur of the Rockies." Unfolding to reveal the final two sections, you find four displays, 1) a list and description of National Parks& Monuments in the state, 2) National Forests, Scenic Areas & Special Events, 3) Mileage Table and list of Colorado cities and towns with their 1960 populations, and 4) a color topographic map. Designed and presented to promote Colorado Tourism. Map carefully stored without use or damage.

Seller Inventory # 007491

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Colorful Colorado. Folding Map of the State of Colorado 1964
• Publisher: Department of Highways - State of Colorado, Denver, CO U.S.A.
• Publication Date: 1964
• Binding: No Binding
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Weight: 2 ounces
• Signed: Faux Signature (No Value Added