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SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & SON

SIXTH PLATE DAGUERREOTYPE OF MOTHER & SON

Image shows a waist-up view of a young man and his mother. He is wearing a dark colored frock coat and vest with white shirt and cravat. She is wearing a dark colored dress with a white collar and… (998-388). Learn More »

$50.00
Originally $85.00

NINTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF LADY

NINTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF LADY

Image shows a lovely lady who is wearing a dark bodice with wide white collar and a lighter colored silk skirt. On her hands she is wearing black lace mitts. She wears a brooch and ear bobs which have… (998-375). Learn More »

$65.00
Originally $95.00

SIXTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF MILITIA MEMBER IN COLONIAL UNIFORM WITH WIFE

SIXTH PLATE AMBROTYPE OF MILITIA MEMBER IN COLONIAL UNIFORM WITH WIFE

This ambrotype shows a man and woman seated, arm in arm, from the knees up. The man wears a full chin beard typical of the 1850s and dressed in an 1850s version of a Continental Army uniform of dark… (1138-1884). Learn More »

$1,000.00
Originally $1,500.00
SOLD

CABINET CARD PHOTO OF A GAR VETERAN ATTRIBUTED TO BE 25TH CONNECTICUT SOLDIER -POSSIBLE MISSING FINGER

CABINET CARD PHOTO OF A GAR VETERAN ATTRIBUTED TO BE 25TH CONNECTICUT SOLDIER -POSSIBLE MISSING FINGER

Card is a full standing view of a bearded old veteran wearing a dark slouch hat with an unreadable Post number and the letters “GAR” within a stamped brass wreath on the crown. He also wears a… (1152-96). Learn More »

CABINET CARD OF AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY BY AN IDAHO PHOTOGRAPHER

CABINET CARD OF AMERICAN INDIAN FAMILY BY AN IDAHO PHOTOGRAPHER

Image is of a mother seated in a chair holding a young baby in her lap. Seated next to her is another child that is approximately 10 or so years old. The mother wears a dark shirt with a skirt showing… (1152-97). Learn More »

FRAMED OUTDOOR ALBUMEN OF THE 50TH NEW YORK ENGINEERS

FRAMED OUTDOOR ALBUMEN OF THE 50TH NEW YORK ENGINEERS

Image looks to be an unmounted albumen that meas. approx. 8.50 x 6.00 inches set in a recessed white mount in a brown wood frame with gold inset border. Frame looks to be old but the mat and backing… (224-477). Learn More »

LATE OR POST-WAR IMAGE OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE COLONEL

LATE OR POST-WAR IMAGE OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE COLONEL

Bust view of a clean shaven middle aged subject wearing a light-colored coat with dark collar. On each side of the collar are three stars indicating the rank of colonel. Contrast and clarity are… (1138-910). Learn More »

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER -- RICHMOND BACKMARK

CDV OF UNIDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE OFFICER -- RICHMOND BACKMARK

Very nice photograph of an unidentified Confederate officer wearing glasses. This is a full standing studio view of the man in uniform. Although no collar rank is visible, the coat is double-breasted… (1138-905). Learn More »

FULL STANDING VIEW OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER – TENNESSEE BACK MARK

FULL STANDING VIEW OF CONFEDERATE OFFICER – TENNESSEE BACK MARK

CDV is of an unidentified Confederate lieutenant posed with one hand resting on the back of a chair that is partially covered by a curtain while the other hand rests on his hip. The subject wears a… (1138-898). Learn More »

FANTASTIC QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF YOUNG ARMED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

FANTASTIC QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF YOUNG ARMED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER

Image is a full standing view of a young Confederate soldier standing at the position of “attention” with his Enfield musket and fixed bayonet. The subject wears a dark kepi with gold tinted side… (2021-1171). Learn More »

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH KNIFE

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH KNIFE

Waist-up view of a young Confederate wearing a dark forage cap and a light-colored nine button shell jacket with high collar and cloth epaulettes. The subject also wears a leather waistbelt with a… (2021-1170). Learn More »

WIRE PHOTO OF 1949 PARADE - LAST GAR ENCAMPMENT

WIRE PHOTO OF 1949 PARADE - LAST GAR ENCAMPMENT

This image depicts the ‘last’ parade for the GAR Encampments, that took place on September 1, 1949 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  A description accompanies the original wire photo, and also nicely… (224-623). Learn More »

1940 74TH NATIONAL GAR ENCAMPMENT

1940 74TH NATIONAL GAR ENCAMPMENT

Pictured here at the 74th National GAR Encampment held in Springfield, Illinois are (left to right) Col. Russell C. Martin of Los Angeles, A. T. Anderson Washington of Washington, Pennsylvania, and… (224-622). Learn More »

WIRE PHOTO OF 1936 VETERANS' PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

WIRE PHOTO OF 1936 VETERANS' PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

Pictured here at the 69th National GAR Encampment held in Grand Rapids, Michigan is a group of former drummer boys from Wichita, Kansas.  The image is black and white an original wire photo.  It is… (224-621). Learn More »

1936 VETERANS PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

1936 VETERANS PARADE, WASHINGTON DC

Pictured here are four Union veterans marching in Washington DC for the 70th National GAR encampment.  Present marching in the parade were less than 700 GAR members. Pictured left to right are G. H… (224-620). Learn More »

FRAMED ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY OFFICER

FRAMED ALBUMEN PHOTOGRAPH OF CIVIL WAR ERA NAVY OFFICER

Very nice Victorian frame houses a retouched albumen photograph of an unknown U.S. Navy officer. He is wearing a dark colored, double-breasted frock coat with naval buttons, shoulder straps, a white… (344-3304). Learn More »

$85.00
Originally $125.00

CDV ALBUM OF CIVILIAN IMAGES, ALONG WITH TWO MILITARY IMAGES

CDV ALBUM OF CIVILIAN IMAGES, ALONG WITH TWO MILITARY IMAGES

CDV album has brown leather cover with embossed design on the front and back. Leather is in fair condition, with some wear all over, but especially on the spine, edges and corners. Leather on spine is… (344-2716). Learn More »

$135.00
Originally $195.00
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FULL STANDING CDV OF A US MARINE OFFICER

FULL STANDING CDV OF A US MARINE OFFICER

Image shows an officer standing in front of a rather plain painted backdrop of plants and a tree. The subject is posed by a column with his drawn sword by his side. He wears a kepi with an infantry… (344-2395). Learn More »

$300.00
Originally $440.00

BUST VIEW CDV OF DISMISSED US MARINE OFFICER WILLIAM B. MURRAY

BUST VIEW CDV OF DISMISSED US MARINE OFFICER WILLIAM B. MURRAY

CDV is of William B. Murray wearing a dark double-breasted frock coat with shoulder knots. Image is clear with good contrast and is mostly clean. Reverse has no photographer’s imprint but does have… (344-2394). Learn More »

$265.00
Originally $380.00

VIEW OF PETERSBURG WORKS AND AMMUNITION CRATES

VIEW OF PETERSBURG WORKS AND AMMUNITION CRATES

Original Civil War paper image that is a little large than half a stereo photo. Image is titled “Vicinity of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Va.” Photo is clear and in good shape. In the background is… (344-809). Learn More »

$175.00
Originally $250.00


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BREVET MAJOR GENERAL’S COMMISSION AND G.A.R. BADGE OF SAMUEL SPRIGG CARROLL: HIS TROOPS HELPED SAVE CEMETERY HILL ON JULY 2 AND TO REPULSE PICKETT ON JULY 3 AT GETTYSBURG

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