1943 World map - Value and Authenticity

[Hannah]

I recently ordered a 1943 world map from the USA as part of a crafty project to mount on a canvas, however now the map has arrived I'm wondering whether this is actually a waste of a valuable map...

I'd appreciate any advice/information on potential value and how to tell if the map is an original print or reproduction.

Thanks!

[George Thomas Wilson]

Hannah,

Two Questions:

Since National Geographic published two world maps in 1943, is it the Northern/Southern hemisphere one or the "standard" world map?

More importantly, was this map folded (i.e. a magazine insert) or was it rolled?

Having this info will help in assessing the value.

Tom

[Hannah]

I think the standard(?) world map, I've attached a picture for reference.

The map was folded so has a few small holes where the corners are; its not pristine but then if it is really that old the rest of the condition seems very good.

[George Thomas Wilson]

This map came with the magazine as a supplement in December of that year.  Circulation was in the millions and the Society printed many more of these "war era" maps for the military.  They are going for between $3 and $12 on eBay.  Hopefully you got what you paid for it.

Tom