Civil War Era Gem Tintype / Ferrotype Photographs

Description: Item/Description: Assortment of 19th-century photographic formats, primarily consisting of loose tintypes alongside early cased images such as gem size tintypes, ambrotypes or daguerreotypes dating from the 1850s to the 1880s. Subjects include formal Victorian-era portraits of individuals and families housed in traditional leather or thermoplastic hinged cases lined with velvet. Material: Iron, Glass, Brass, Wood, Paper, Leather, Velvet Dimensions: Range: Length: approx. 2"-5" Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include discoloration, markings, edge and surface wear. Age: c. 1850s-1880s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $15 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 408 Buyers premium: 23%

Estimate:£14.98

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