[New York] New York & Chicago: Rand, McNally & Co., c.1898. From Rand, McNally’s Indexed Atlas of the World. Large color-printed map with original color and centerfold as issued. Copyright dated 1898 in lower center. (Image: 18 7/8 x 25 7/8” – Paper size: 21 3/8 x 28 1/8’’)
This detailed map depicts New York with its counties named and in contrasting pastel colors. Topographical features are well noted, with major railroads (each stop noted), lighthouses and water routes identified. Post Offices and mountains (many with elevations provided) are also shown.
The inset, upper left, depicts the southeast corner of the state and Long Island. A very informative view of the area as it existed in the 1890’s.
Shipped unmatted
