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TIPS
ON PROTECTING ANTIQUE MAPS/PRINTS
The paper on which prints were produced varies greatly
in quality and durability, but if kept under proper
conditions (no extremes of temperature or humidity
and out of direct sunlight), pre-twentieth century
paper is amazingly durable.
The
following are a few suggestions for print care:
- A
map or print should be handled using both hands,
to give adequate support and to prevent tearing.
- Although
all old prints were not produced on acid-free paper,
keeping them in an acid-free environment will aid
their longevity. Offending "acid" materials include
framing materials of an earlier era. Often rematting
- if not reframing - will help preserve a precious
print.
- Do
not use staples, paperclips or adhesive or "scotch"
tape on old maps or prints.
- Maps
and/or prints should never be exposed to direct
sunlight; the use of an ultra-violet filtering glass
or Plexiglas is highly recommended to minimize fading.
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