Map Symbols For Mountains

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Topographic maps with elevation contours are so prevalent today that it is almost impossible to imagine a time when the relief large expanses of land was unknown.

Contours are very precise and informative, but not very decorative.

Here are some stylized mountain symbols from old maps from Heather Child's book "Decorative Maps".

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