Lot of 3 Antique USGS Geological Survey Bulletins (1905 & 1915) | Western United States Guidebooks | Oregon | Yellowstone | Grand Canyon

Offered is a bundle of three original United States Geological Survey (USGS) publications, printed by the Government Printing Office in 1905 and 1915. These vintage government bulletins cover the geology, geography, and natural resources of the American West and make an excellent addition to any collection of geology, mining, railroad, or Western Americana.

Included:

• USGS Bulletin No. 252 (1905)
Preliminary Report on the Geology and Water Resources of Central Oregon
By Israel C. Russell

• USGS Bulletin No. 612 (1915)
Guidebook of the Western United States, Part B: The Overland Route
Includes a side trip to Yellowstone National Park.

• USGS Bulletin No. 613 (1915)
Guidebook of the Western United States, Part C: The Santa Fe Route
Includes a side trip to the Grand Canyon of the Colorado.

These are fascinating period references documenting early geological exploration, railroad travel routes, water resources, and the development of the American West.

Condition

• Original paper wraps on all three publications.
• Complete and readable.
• General wear consistent with age.
• Bulletin 612 has significant spine wear, edge tears, and cover damage.
• Bulletin 613 shows moderate wear with intact pages.
• Bulletin 252 has an Oregon Bureau of Mines & Geology Library stamp dated April 1920.
• Pages are generally clean with expected age toning.
• Please review all photos carefully for overall condition.

Sold as one lot.