Maps that include the original borders are called 'collared' maps. The black line that separates the map image and the map collar information is called the 'neat line'. Many digital mapping solutions offer products with 'seamless maps'. The supplementary information included in the collars is as important as the the map image. If you plan to use seamless digital topographic maps for filing real estate, mining, mineral or petroleum claims and reports, make certain that a seamless map is acceptable.
Many filings require standard quadrangles.
In addition, many seamless maps are considered 'new works' and copyrighted, they are not suitable for distribution or professional use. All iGage Mapping Corporation products include the map collars. Huntsville Utah quadrangle showing the township border between Range 1 Range 2 East. Contour Interval Quadrangles are produced with different contour intervals. A variety of tick marks and annotations are made in the collars.