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UNION CASE WITH TWO NINTH-PLATE TINTYPES

UNION CASE WITH TWO NINTH-PLATE TINTYPES

Very nice Union case with an exterior decoration titled “CHILDREN AT PLAY.” Both the front and back of the case have a raised scrollwork border while at center are raised figures of three children… (1043-281). Learn More »

$150.00
Originally $225.00

SMALL BOOK SHAPED GEM SIZED PHOTO HOLDER WITH TWO PHOTOS

SMALL BOOK SHAPED GEM SIZED PHOTO HOLDER WITH TWO PHOTOS

Small brass book that when closed meas. approx. 1.00 x 1.00 x 0.50 an inch. The cover is decorated with a crossed anchor and Christian cross with a heart at center surrounded by scroll decoration.… (1043-291). Learn More »

$95.00
Originally $125.00

DOUBLE 1/6 PLATE OUTDOOR TINTYPE OF ARMED UNION SOLDIERS

DOUBLE 1/6 PLATE OUTDOOR TINTYPE OF ARMED UNION SOLDIERS

Hard thermo-plastic case with a 1/6 plate tintype image housed on each side.  Both images were recorded in the same location as evidenced by the over grown back ground and items in the fore… (P14001). Learn More »

$2,000.00
Originally $2,950.00

HALF-PLATE TINTYPE OF FARRIER SCENE IN GUTTA PERCHA CASE

HALF-PLATE TINTYPE OF FARRIER SCENE IN GUTTA PERCHA CASE

Image shows an outside scene by a barn of a farrier shoeing a horse, while another man holds the reigns. To the right, two men are observing. Image is very clear with excellent contrast. Oxidation has… (P13934). Learn More »

$400.00
Originally $550.00

HALF-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED UNION ARTILLERY CAPTAIN

HALF-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED UNION ARTILLERY CAPTAIN

Waist-up seated view of an unidentified middle-aged bearded captain. He wears a dark frockcoat with very clear captain’s shoulder straps open to reveal a dark vest beneath. In his lap he holds his… (1139-97). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF UNION MUSICIANS WITH ONE OF THE LARGEST SAX HORNS EVER SEEN

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF UNION MUSICIANS WITH ONE OF THE LARGEST SAX HORNS EVER SEEN

Outdoor camp scene shows three Union soldiers seated in front of a wedge tent on the edge of a wood. The three soldiers sit amongst a pile of haversacks, cups, canteens, plates, boilers and a coffee… (1139-96). Learn More »

VERY NICE SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED 6TH CORPS SOLDIER

VERY NICE SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED 6TH CORPS SOLDIER

Image shows an unidentified Union private seated in front of a painted backdrop consisting of a lone tree along one edge and a camp of “A” tents on the other. The rows of tents continue into the… (1139-89). Learn More »

THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF A DOUBLE ARMED UNION INFANTRYMAN

THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF A DOUBLE ARMED UNION INFANTRYMAN

Sixth-plate tintype of a Union soldier standing at the position of “SHOULDER ARMS.” He wears a dark forage cap with upturned visor, dark frockcoat and matching trousers. His accouterments consist… (1139-88). Learn More »

WONDERFUL OUTDOOR QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF UNION OFFICER AND HIS MOUNT IN CAMP

WONDERFUL OUTDOOR QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF UNION OFFICER AND HIS MOUNT IN CAMP

Image shows a Union captain standing in a field in front of some trees that line a nearby road. Visible in the left background is a line of three Sibley tents with more in the mid background. The… (1139-83). Learn More »

VERY CLEAR, CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE MAJOR

VERY CLEAR, CASED QUARTER PLATE TINTYPE OF A CONFEDERATE MAJOR

This image is a half-length seated view and remarkably clear. The sitter is a rather robust, bearded Confederate major wearing a kepi showing some officer’s braid and a dark civilian style coat with… (1138-1787). Learn More »

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A UNION HEAVY ARTILLERYMAN

SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A UNION HEAVY ARTILLERYMAN

Full seated view of an unidentified Union private. The subject is posed seated with his legs crossed and holding his forage cap in his lap. The cap is angled so the insignia of crossed cannons,… (1139-65). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED 6TH CORPS SOLDIER

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF SEATED 6TH CORPS SOLDIER

Image is a lap-up seated view of a Union soldier seated by a cloth covered table on which he rests his arm. Opposite the table is a heavy curtain with tasseled tiebacks that happen to drape the… (1138-1939). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF STANDING UNION CAVALRYMAN

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF STANDING UNION CAVALRYMAN

Image shows a Union cavalry private posed in front of a plain white backdrop next to a cloth covered table. He wears a dark slouch hat, dark cavalry shell jacket with buttons that have been… (1139-31). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A GRIEVING MOTHER & HER CHILDREN IN A MOURNING THEMED UNION CASE

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF A GRIEVING MOTHER & HER CHILDREN IN A MOURNING THEMED UNION CASE

Wonderful, clear image of a young mother dressed in a long black dress with a white lace collar and black bow at her throat flanked by her two children. Leaning against the mother’s knee is a young… (1138-1945). Learn More »

VERY NICE SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A YOUNG AMERICAN WOMAN OF AFRICAN DESCENT

VERY NICE SIXTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A YOUNG AMERICAN WOMAN OF AFRICAN DESCENT

The subject is posed resting one arm on a cloth covered table on which a book rests. She wears a light-colored dress which buttons down the front, has a white lace collar and a dark sash at her… (1138-2033). Learn More »

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF TWO MEN SHARING A BOTTLE OF “RED EYE”

QUARTER-PLATE TINTYPE OF TWO MEN SHARING A BOTTLE OF “RED EYE”

Nice, clean image of two men seated at a small cloth covered table beside a short column. The fellow at the left wears a dark slouch hat and a dark civilian suit with matching dark vest. The… (1138-2019). Learn More »

EIGHTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A BAREFOOT YOUNG CHILD OF AFRICAN DESCENT

EIGHTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A BAREFOOT YOUNG CHILD OF AFRICAN DESCENT

Tintype shows a little fellow perhaps 6 or 7 years old wearing dark jacket and light trousers. He is posed standing by a table with two books stacked on it and he is standing in front of a painted… (1138-2045). Learn More »

TINTYPE OF A TRIPLE ARMED UNION CAVALRYMAN IN A PATRIOTIC CASE

TINTYPE OF A TRIPLE ARMED UNION CAVALRYMAN IN A PATRIOTIC CASE

Image is a sixth-plate tin of a Union cavalryman wearing a dark slouch hat with the tassels of the hat cord turned toward the back of the hat. Just visible on the crown are crossed sabers that have… (1139-61). Learn More »

NINTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A YOUNG BLACK GIRL

NINTH-PLATE TINTYPE OF A YOUNG BLACK GIRL

Subject is a young black girl approx. 9 or 10 years old. She is posed seated in a high-backed padded chair holding her hat in her lap. She wears a light-colored cape with a round fibula at her throat… (1138-2041). Learn More »

TINTED THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF AN ARMED UNION INFANTRYMAN

TINTED THREE-QUARTER STANDING VIEW OF AN ARMED UNION INFANTRYMAN

Sixth-plate tintype of an unidentified Union private posed standing with his musket by his side. He wears a slouch hat with a low, rounded crown, dark four button sack coat and trousers that have been… (1139-56). Learn More »


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EARLY WAR U.S. CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER, 1840 STYLE, BY SMITH, CRANE AND COMPANY, NEW YORK, 1858 TO 1862

Smith, Crane and Company pieces are scarce. They were only in business from 1858 through 1862, retailing military goods in New York City. Their swords were imported, of German make and likely by Schnitzler and Kirschbaum, though not maker marked.… (870-263). Learn More »

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