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Auction 172, Lot 243

"Asher & Adams New Topographical Atlas and Gazetteer of New York. Putnam, Rockland, Westchester, New York, Richmond, Kings, Queens, and Suffolk Counties", Asher & Adams

Subject: Southeastern New York

Period: 1870 (published)

Publication: Asher & Adams' New Topographical Atlas and Gazetteer of New York...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.2 x 16.2 inches
56.4 x 41.1 cm
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This striking map covers the region of Downstate New York, which includes Manhattan, Long Island, and nearby counties Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester. Neighborhoods are delineated, and towns, railroads, canals, post offices, wagon roads, harbors, and more are located. Bordering parts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut are visible as well. At the bottom of the map is a "time indicator" comparing the time in Albany with the times in 29 nearby towns based upon the sun. Time zones were not created until 1883, when the evolving transportation and communication networks required a unified time-keeping system.

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Condition: B+

There is light toning along the centerfold and centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been closed on verso with tape.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $150

Closed on 4/17/2019

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