The Shaping of a Continent – Published 1985 by National Geographic
$59.99 – $219.99
Published: 1985
Printed By: MapShop
This historic map has the distinct National Geographic cartographic style, as well as important historic detail for the time!
Print-on-Demand Series
This product is printed on demand using our large format inkjet printers. Print-on-demand maps are always in stock and you can order as many as you need all at once to have them ship together!
Our Historical Reprints
These aren't the real deal originals, but our prints are like the cool, slightly younger siblings. We lovingly print each one right here in our shop, capturing all the historical vibes without the dust and wrinkles. These maps are still authentic from wonderful and reliable sources; ready to jazz up your space.
If you don't see an historical reprint you like on our site, we have 2 sources that we highly recommend:
We are able to print their digital files so if you find something you would like let us know and we can get that quoted for you!
Need Authentic Historical Maps?
Whether you are looking to have something appraised or need something with that antique touch, we have a great list of sources for you!
Returns
We offer free returns within 30 days for this product*. Contact us within 30 days of receiving your product to receive a return authorization number, which you can write on the box and ship back to us. We will issue your return within three days of receiving the product back.
We do not refund the initial shipping charges and you’re responsible for shipping charges to get the product back to us unless we made a mistake in the order.
*Finishes such as Foam Core with Rails & Framed are also not returnable as they went through production on a by-order basis by our team. If you have any questions on if your order qualifies for a return, please CONTACT US.
Finishing Options
Most wall maps are offered in a variety of finishing options. If you need a map that’s ready to hang on the wall, we can frame or add rails your map to save you time and money. Here are the details, contact us with questions.
PAPER
Paper finishing is the most economical option. Most maps are printed on premium 36lb paper. Waterproof paper is also available for functional maps that may be used outdoors.
LAMINATED
Maps are printed then run through our laminator that secures 1.7mil-thick satin-gloss-finished lamination on the front and back. Use map stickers and wet-erase markers.
MOUNTED
Maps are printed then laminated with 1.7mil-thick satin lamination onto 1/4″-thick foamcore. You can use map pins, stickers, or wet-erase markers with our mounted maps.
LAMINATED WITH RAILS
First, we laminate the map then we mount wood rails at the top and bottom of the map. The front side of each rail is finished with a black or walnut finish while the sides and back are unfinished wood.
Sawtooth hardware is fixed to the back of the top rail, so it’s ready to hang. Use stickers or wet-erase markers on your map.
MOUNTED WITH RAILS
First, we laminate the map onto foam core then we mount wood rails at the top and bottom of the map. The front side of each rail is finished with a black or walnut finish while the sides and back are unfinished wood.
Sawtooth hardware is fixed to the back of the top rail. Use map pins, stickers, or wet-erase markers on your maps.
FRAMED
Maps are laminated onto foam core then secured into the frame. The engineered molding is made from recycled wood in either a black or walnut-finish that wraps around the whole frame to the back.
Sawtooth hardware is fixed to the back of the top. You can use map pins, stickers, or wet-erase markers on all our framed maps.
