Detailed Antique 2-Sided Map: Westminster & Reisterstown, Maryland by o.w. Gray & Son (C. 1870s) - 16" X 20"

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Delve into the rich local history of Maryland with this fascinating antique two-sided map, featuring detailed plans of the towns … Read more Delve into the rich local history of Maryland with this fascinating antique two-sided map, featuring detailed plans of the towns of Westminster (Carroll County) and Reisterstown (Baltimore County). Measuring 16 inches by 20 inches, this map provides an intricate snapshot of these communities in the late 19th century.Produced by O.W. Gray & Son, a prominent Philadelphia-based publishing firm, this map is likely an original plate from their highly successful "National Atlas" of the 1870s. Gray's atlases were renowned for their detailed accuracy and were among the last to feature hand-coloring, though this specific map presents a more detailed, uncolored (or lightly colored) cadastral-style view of the town layouts. It meticulously outlines street grids, property lines, and potentially the locations of key buildings or early landowners, offering invaluable insights into the urban development of the period.This two-sided map is an exceptional find for collectors of antique American town plans, local Maryland history enthusiasts, or genealogists researching ancestral properties in Westminster or Reisterstown. Its detailed craftsmanship and historical context make it a captivating and informative addition to any collection. See less