Original 1888 antique color lithographed map of County Roscommon in the historic province of Connacht, in the Northern and Western Region within the Republic of Ireland, printed more than 135 years ago.

• The map is titled:  "County of Roscommon" and details include roads, railways, canals, cities, towns, natural features, and baronies.



• Baronies were subdivisions of the various counties in Ireland, akin to the hundreds into which the counties of England were divided. Baronies were effectively ended by the Local Government Act of 1898, ten years after this map was printed.



• Among the named places and features on this map are the Great Northern & Western Railway, Lough Key, Strokestown, Battle Bridge, Elphin, Castlereagh, Boyle, the Midland & Great Western Railway, Knockcroghery, Frenchpark, Athlone, the River Shannon, and Ballaghaderreen, which was part of County Mayo when this map was printed.



• The map also locates the Grand Canal, south of the River Suck and the Barony of Moycarn.



• The map was compiled by John Bartholomew, and the image area measures 20 x 15 cm [8" x 6"].



• It was published in Philips' Handy Atlas of the Counties of Ireland, George Philip & Son, 32 Fleet Street, London, 1888.



• Condition:  It is in excellent condition, bright and clean, with a horizontal center fold, as issued, and no marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.



• This is an original, authentic antique map, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine.



• It would make a very handsome display in your den or office. It would also make a perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips with your purchase, along with the dated title page from the book in which it was published.



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