The soldier in this fine quarter plate ambrotype is dressed as a militia officer, most likely pre-war. He is wearing a dress uniform with a two-piece buckle that is likely of the eagle variety. His sword appears to be a model 1850 foot officers sword. The image is in excellent…
Very nice clear glass ambrotype of a Union officer. The image is not lacquered on the back and looks like a ghost image without black paper behind it to provide the contrast. Image is nicely colored and posed. Housed in a very nice patriotic leatherette case (eagle and shield) with…
This 9th plate tintype depicts a young Union soldier in his frock coat with shoulder scales attached. He is likely a new recruit, as experienced soldiers threw the shoulder scales away. They were designed to protect the shoulders from saber blows but mostly made a good target of the wearer. …