{"product_id":"c-1850s-1860s-1-16-ambrotype-photograph-in-case","title":"c. 1850s-1860s 1\/16 Ambrotype Photograph in Case","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWonderful small ambrotype photograph in a thermoplastic case. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tiny photo is quite clear and sharp and depicts a young man with a chin curtain beard. This makes me think the photo likely dates from the early 1860s, as this was a style of facial hair that became increasingly popular due to Abraham Lincoln's partiality to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe photograph, on a thick piece of glass, is securely nestled into the case and surrounded by an ornate oval gilt frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a 1\/16 size, which indicates it is 1\/16 of a full plate, or the standard full size of manufactured photograph plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe case closes securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCase measures approximately 2 1\/8\" x 1 7\/8\" x 3\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely condition overall with some minor age-related wear, some superficial cracks around one of the hinges. Small chip on one edge. The case does not seem at risk of breaking but should be handled with care. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere was likely at one time a velvet lining on the opposite inside cover of the case, but there is no lining there now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973557461242,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_7223.jpg?v=1785698046","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1850s-1860s-1-16-ambrotype-photograph-in-case","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}