An authentic original antique map of North America, engraved for Jedidiah Morse's School Geography — one of the most significant and widely circulated American geographical publications of the early 19th century. The imprint at the bottom reads "Engraved for Morse's School Geography" with an engraver credit visible, dating this map to approximately 1818–1830s, when Morse's geography textbooks were at the height of their influence and distribution.

Jedidiah Morse (1761–1826) was known as the "Father of American Geography" — a Congregationalist minister and the father of Samuel Morse (inventor of the telegraph) — whose geography textbooks shaped how generations of American students understood the world. Maps from his School Geography are among the most historically significant early American cartographic productions.

The map depicts North America at a fascinating moment in history, showing:

• "British America" spanning Canada, with Hudson's Bay, Labrador, and New Britain prominently labeled
• "United States" in the eastern portion — still a young nation at the time of printing
• "Mexico or New Spain" covering the entire southwest and western territories
• "Russian Settlements" along the northwest Pacific coast
• The Great Lakes, Mississippi River system, and major eastern cities clearly marked
• Upper and Lower Canada as distinct territories
• The Caribbean including Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and the Lesser Antilles
• Longitude referenced from Greenwich

The hand-applied outline color — pink/red for British America, green/yellow for the United States and New Spain — is original and well-preserved. The cartouche in the lower left features an elegant engraved title frame.

Map dimensions: 10¼" × 9" Frame dimensions: 12" × 15" (dark wood frame with glass)

Condition: The map shows honest age consistent with its 200+ years — tanning/browning of paper, some foxing spots (particularly upper right corner, visible in photos), and edge wear/minor tears at corners. The printed impression and original hand color remain clear and legible throughout. Frame shows wear. This is a genuine antique document, not a reproduction, and such age-related condition is entirely expected and acceptable for serious collectors.