Gold & Coal Fields of Alaska — National Geographic Wall Map (1898)

Frontier promise at the height of a rush. Published in April 1898 during the famous Klondike Gold Rush, this evocative Gold & Coal Fields of Alaska wall map charts the mineral wealth that drew fortune-seekers north—river corridors, mining districts, and coal seams set against a rugged coastline and interior. It extends into Canada’s Klondike region and much of the Yukon Territory, making it both a miner’s guide and a historical artefact of a transforming era.

Issued with the article “Alaska and Its Mineral Resources,” the sheet marries practical intelligence with handsome period cartography—clean linework, measured typography, and a composition that commands a wall from across the room and rewards close study at arm’s length.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s a frame for understanding Alaska and the Yukon in 1898. Mining districts, transport routes, rivers, and coastal approaches reveal how geography, geology, and human ambition intersected at the turn of the century. Ideal for educators, historians, designers, collectors, and lovers of exploration, it pairs beautifully with other late-19th-century National Geographic maps for thematic displays.

Hang it in studios, libraries, classrooms, museums, offices, or at home to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface—perfect for classrooms and high-traffic reference spaces.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: The Klondike-era north as mapped in 1898.
✔ Mineral Focus: Clear depiction of gold and coal fields with practical regional context.
✔ Cross-Border View: Includes Yukon & Klondike for a complete rush-country picture.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Balanced design for wall impact and fine-label legibility.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Bring the boomtown frontier to your wall—order the Gold & Coal Fields of Alaska Wall Map (1898) and turn your space into a conversation.