Old Nautical Map of Hawaii by Anonymous, 1850: Honolulu, Kailua Bay, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, HMS Swift west end Michel Glot (engraver)

Michel Glot (engraver)

Ocean Septentrional (Northern Ocean)

The city of Edo (present-day Tokyo)

Owning this chart is akin to possessing a piece of maritime history

Old Nautical Map of Hawaii by Anonymous, 1850: Honolulu, Kailua Bay, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, HMS Swift west end Michel Glot (engraver)The "Early Hand Drawn Map of the Hawaiian Islands" from 1850 is a captivating glimpse into the maritime history of the Pacific. Crafted by an anonymous hand, possibly an officer under Commander William Cornwallis Aldham, this map captures the intricate dance of exploration and commerce that defined the mid 19th century. The map not only serves as a nautical chart but also reveals remarkable topographical details, highlighting the volcanic peaks of