Commercial Directory; Containing, A Topographical Description, Extent

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COMMERCIAL DIRECTORY; Containing, A Topographical Description, Extent and Productions of Different Sections of the Union, Statistical Information Relative to Manufacturers, Commercial and Port Regulations.... Phila.: J.C. Kayser, 1823. 4to. 1st ed. viii, 242,[2],41pp. Additional engraved title page, 6 engraved plates, folding map colored in outline. Antique style calf-backed marbled boards, gilt-ruled spine, red morocco spine label. Light scattered foxing, else a very good copy. Howes C-644, "aa." Sabin 14975 (not mentioning the map). The first comprehensive American commercial directory, with important detailed information, especially on manufacturing, gathered independently after the 1820 census from firsthand contact with locals (who are named in the preface). Covers 15 states and the District of Columbia. A scarce work which is most often found lacking the map.

Price: $1,500.00