Ruby Ambrotype, 9th plate This image of a militia soldier is from Massachusetts based on images of soldiers identified to Massachusetts with identical uniforms. The frock coat with black collar and shoulder tabs has been seen on Massachusetts militiamen. The uniform buttons were gilded by the photographer and the cheeks…
Very nice condition CDV of a US Navy Lt. Commander. The shoulder straps and 3 & 1 sleeve braid are correct with respect to the 1863 regulations for officers. The verso of the CDV is dated Jan. 1868 with an unreadable notation, except for the ship name “Guerriere.” An old…