Description
Detailed map of Pennsylvania and neighboring states, published by R.L. Barnes.
The map is colored by counties and shows railroad routes in red, along with roads, rivers, towns, mountains, etc.
At the bottom left is a detailed statistical table, organized by county, showing statistics for:
- Dwellings
- Families
- Population
- Deaths
- Farms
- Manufacturing Establishments
Below the table are statistics for white males (1,142,863), white females (1,115,600) colored males (25,057) and colored females (28,266).
Rarity
Barnes map is scarce on the market. The last auction record is in 2005 (Swann Galleries, $1,840 for a 1852 edition).
Condition Description
Folding map with original covers. Minor toning.