The antique map, titled ‘Comitatvs Northantoniensis’, was created in 1665 and shows the county of Northamptonshire in the United Kingdom. The title translates to ‘County of Northamptonshire’. In the early 17th century, the United Kingdom was a monarchy ruled by King James I and later King Charles I. The country was in a state of political and religious turmoil, with tensions between Catholics and Protestants, and the civil war looming on the horizon. The economy was mainly agricultural, with wool and cloth production being major industries. This map provides a glimpse into what Northamptonshire would have looked like during this time, with centrally located towns such as Northampton, Wellingborough, and Kettering.