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SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF TWO COMRADES IN THE VETERAN RESERVE CORPS (?)

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF TWO COMRADES IN THE VETERAN RESERVE CORPS (?)

These two comrades are posed with one seated and the other standing next to him with his hand resting on his shoulder. Both wear light-colored jackets trimmed with darker piping, hold dark forage… (1138-1821). Learn More »

$800.00
Originally $1,000.00

QUAD NINTH PLATE UNION CASE WITH ONE IMAGE

QUAD NINTH PLATE UNION CASE WITH ONE IMAGE

Union case is meant to house four ninth-plate images. Cover shows a raised image of an antebellum mother holding her daughter on her lap with a cat and a dog. One corner at the lower back has a piece… (1054-184). Learn More »

$87.50
Originally $125.00

TINTYPE OF “LIEUTENANT CARPENTER,” EX-BILL TURNER

TINTYPE OF “LIEUTENANT CARPENTER,” EX-BILL TURNER

This oval tintype comes from the collection of the late Bill Turner, noted Civil War collector and dealer. Measuring 2.25 by 2.75 inches, the image shows a man in a double-breasted uniform coat with… (1138-2027). Learn More »

$520.00
Originally $650.00

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 »

$2,000.00
Originally $2,500.00

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 »

$396.00
Originally $495.00

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 »

$2,360.00
Originally $2,950.00

IMPOSING SOUTH CAROLINA OFFICER WITH CAP INSIGNIA AND CAPED OVERCOAT

IMPOSING SOUTH CAROLINA OFFICER WITH CAP INSIGNIA AND CAPED OVERCOAT

This extremely clear 6th plate tintype shows a scarce example of South Carolina hat insignia on the front of his tall kepi. He wears a light color, probably gray, caped overcoat with falling collar… (1138-1809). Learn More »

$1,560.00
Originally $1,950.00

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED YANKEE SOLDIER & A WOMAN

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF AN UNIDENTIFIED YANKEE SOLDIER & A WOMAN

This sixth plate tintype features a woman seated to the left of a Union Soldier, who appears to be wearing a New York shell jacket. We can see the staple markings of a New York jacket in this photo:… (1139-36). Learn More »

$475.00
Originally $595.00

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 »

$600.00
Originally $750.00

NEWLY ENLISTED CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN

NEWLY ENLISTED CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN

This fellow has likely just signed up in a local cavalry unit and has not yet gotten a uniform, but has taken his saber to the photographer for a portrait before going off to war. He is bareheaded,… (1138-2014). Learn More »

$1,000.00
Originally $1,250.00

ARMED CONFEDERATE LIEUTENANT COLONEL

ARMED CONFEDERATE LIEUTENANT COLONEL

This uncased eighth-plate tintype is a very clear studio view of a Confederate lieutenant colonel wear frock coat, narrow brim hat, gauntlets and tall boots. He has tilted his hat slightly to one side… (1138-2029). Learn More »

$2,360.00
Originally $2,950.00

TINTYPE OF UNION THIRD CORPS SOLDIER IN MOURNING FRAME

TINTYPE OF UNION THIRD CORPS SOLDIER IN MOURNING FRAME

Plate is an unusual size measuring 2 5/8 inches wide x 4.00 inches high and shows an unknown Union soldier posed seated and resting one arm on a table in front of a painted backdrop of a lakeside… (2021-924). Learn More »

$395.00
Originally $550.00

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF A SEATED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH FORAGE CAP

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF A SEATED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH FORAGE CAP

This sixth plate tintype is a half-length seated view of a young southern soldier wearing a gray uniform with solid, pointed cuffs of a dark material, lines of dark piping along the top and bottom… (141-117). Learn More »

$795.00
Originally $850.00

INK ID WARTIME VIEW OF A MEMBER OF TURNER ASHBY’S CAVALRY - E. PENDLETON LONG

INK ID WARTIME VIEW OF A MEMBER OF TURNER ASHBY’S CAVALRY - E. PENDLETON LONG

Small, waist-up tintype of Long in a light-colored civilian suit wearing a dark slouch hat at a jaunty angle. Clarity is good but the contrast is a bit on the dark side. Photo is held to a CDV sized… (1138-1094). Learn More »

QUARTERPLATE TINTYPE OF THREE MEN IN A MILITARY THEMED UNION CASE

QUARTERPLATE TINTYPE OF THREE MEN IN A MILITARY THEMED UNION CASE

Image is of three young men seated according to height, the shortest on the left and the tallest on the right. All three are posed with their hands on their lap and all are wearing shirts but no… (2023-223). Learn More »

INTERESTING CIVILIAN TINTYPE

INTERESTING CIVILIAN TINTYPE

Ninth plate tintype of a seated gentleman posed with his right hand holding the collar of his medium-colored jacket. He wears a dark, wide-brimmed slouch hat at a rakish angle, a large black bowtie… (595-1855). Learn More »

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF A STANDING UNION INFANTRYMAN WITH AN OUTDOOR BACKDROP

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF A STANDING UNION INFANTRYMAN WITH AN OUTDOOR BACKDROP

This sixth plate tintype features a standing infantryman wearing a frock coat, forage cap, kepi, and dark trousers. A pistol is tucked into his belt on the wearer’s right side. There is a knife also… (37-443). Learn More »

1/8 PLATE TINTYPE OF LARGE WORK HORSE

1/8 PLATE TINTYPE OF LARGE WORK HORSE

Image of a work horse wearing an elaborate harness.  A man stands in front of him holding the reigns.  Overall very good condition; contrast is dark. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ THIS ITEM, AS… (894-95). Learn More »

$360.00
Originally $450.00

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN ON HORSE WITH DOG

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF MAN ON HORSE WITH DOG

This is a full view of a man sitting on a horse with a dog standing next to him. Man is wearing a dark colored coat, light colored trousers and a hat. Another man is standing behind the horse. Image… (894-43). Learn More »

$415.00
Originally $520.00

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF BOY WITH RABBIT

SIXTH PLATE TINTYPE OF BOY WITH RABBIT

This is a full view of a young boy who is sitting on a stool with a rabbit on his lap. Boy is wearing a light colored shirt and dark colored trousers. His short hair is parted to the side. Image is… (894-40). Learn More »

$415.00
Originally $520.00


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AMBROTYPE OF IDENTIFIED MUSICIAN OF THE PETERSBURG MILITIA

Formerly in the collection of Bill Turner, this sixth plate ambrotype has a great pedigree, having been published as Figure 2 in Albaugh’s landmark “Confederate Faces.” Identified there as a, “Musician named Crowder, of Petersburg, Va., in… (1138-1866). Learn More »

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