Finding the perfect gift can be difficult, especially when you are buying for someone with a passion for history, genealogy, travel or old maps. An Old Map Company gift voucher lets them choose a historic map that holds special meaning, while our carefully selected fine art map prints make distinctive and memorable presents in their own right.
Every print is produced in our Cornwall workshop using archival pigment inks on textured fine art paper. We are a small business, not a poster warehouse, and we take personal care with each order and will never supply a finished map that we wouldn't be happy to hang in our own home.
Choosing a Historic Map as a Gift
Begin with the Connection
The most memorable map gifts usually begin with a person rather than a period. A county map can recall where someone grew up; a town plan may bring back a favourite street or university city; a chart can suit a sailor; and a world or celestial map can reflect a lifelong interest. That personal association turns an attractive print into something with a story behind it.
For Milestones and New Homes
Historic maps work particularly well for birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, weddings and house moves. They can celebrate a shared journey, acknowledge family roots or provide a lasting reminder of a place that matters. Because the prints are supplied unframed, the recipient or giver can select a frame that matches the room and their own taste.
When the Choice Is Difficult
If you know that someone enjoys maps but cannot decide which location, date or style they would prefer, a gift voucher offers a straightforward alternative. It allows them to explore the collection and choose the design that speaks most directly to them, without losing the thought behind the present.
Made with Care
Old Map Company is a small specialist business, not a warehouse of modern posters. The aim is to reproduce historic artwork with clarity, texture and respect for the source image. That care matters in a gift: the recipient receives a print chosen for its history and character, with the freedom to make the final presentation their own.
