1876 J D Scott Atlas Bucks County, 108 Pages, Color Maps
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:51441 | Format: Atlas |
| Date Range: 1800-1899 | Type: Atlas |
| US State: Pennsylvania | Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
| Country/Region: United States of America |
Original CentennialAtlas of Bucks County, Pennsylvaniaby J. D.ScottPublished by: J.D.Scott, Philadelphia, PA, 1876.Hardback is overall in GOOD condition. Volume displays expected wear and aging for antiquarian book (143 Years Old!). Green covers feature raised lettering design. Cover has wear spots (see picture) that do not impact the words and date. Color illustrations are overall well preserved, showing occasional staining, mostly marginal. Interior shows expected ton...ing and occasional staining throughout. Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks. Book may exhibit additional minor signs of age or wear.108 pages. 14.5 x 17.5inches. A magnificent atlas on the beautiful region of Bucks County, PA. The atlas combines the geographical and historical contexts and evolution, to givea clear depiction of the county, what it has become and how. The generalhistory is explored township after township, while the maps provide a guide tothe exact locations and geographical space. Lavishly illustrated with color maps, as well as lithographs, throughout book. Includes townships and boroughs maps, boroughs maps andvillages and towns plans, as well as lithographic views. While single pages from thisatlas can be found, it is rare to find this original 143 year old complete atlas.It’s a treasure. AS IS! Please see photos. More photos available upon request.
