This historical city map is a rare find from the renowned German encyclopedia "Meyers Konversations-Lexikon." It depicts the city of Amsterdam in remarkable detail at the beginning of the 20th century, offering a unique glimpse into the urban structure, ports, and infrastructure of the Dutch capital at the time.
 
Map Title: "AMSTERDAM".
 
Print Year: Circa 1900, as part of the fifth edition of Meyers Encyclopedia.
 
Unique Features:
 
Urban Planning: The map shows the famous concentric canal rings (Grachten) and the city's radial structure. It marks streets, important buildings, and administrative areas.
 
Transport and Industry: It features the railway system and stations, ports (Hafen), and industrial areas that existed then, reflecting Amsterdam's role as a center for trade and transport.
 
Cartographic Detail: The map is marked with a scale of 1:40,000 and includes a legend detailing various types of buildings and sites, such as banks, hospitals, galleries, and museums.
 
Collector's Value: This map is a particularly valuable collectible. It serves not only as a geographical document but also as a historical and sociological record of the city and its worldview during a significant period. It is perfect for collectors interested in urban cartography, European history, or the city of Amsterdam itself.