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Exceedingly Rare Nmi Cadet Precivil War VirginiamNi cadet in full dress uniform photographer unknown 1/9 plate ambrotype, ca. 1860-642-1/2 x 2 this is a wonderful and very rare ambrotype of a young cadet in uniform. He is sitting proudly and erect. He's wearing a splendid uniform consisting of a hat with a badge and the initials nmi, multi -button jacket, crossed strap with badge, nad belt plate. The image has a patriotic mat with flags, drums, and cannons. Pinned on the velvet pad is a type written note, cadet from the nansemond military institute, va. Pre-civil war. A very good friend has researched tihs nansemond military instituteit existed for sure. Very little information is to be found on the internet. I include a scan of teh tablecloth which i thought my tells us who the photographer was but nothing has been found. It is very probable that it was a virginia photographer who took this image but we don't know which one and we are not totally sure. The iamge is being sold for its content and how it appears and how wonderful it is. I do not make any claims as to the history and identification fo the piece. It's a fantastic image with lots of pop value. Condition excellent. Very sharp and clear. Excellent plate quality and tonality.
The image is housed in a full leather case with a split spine. Postage please add $5.00 for priority mail. Insurance is free. I will only ship to a united states address. Payment personal check, money order, or cashiers check.
I do not accept paypal. Contact i will emial the successful bidder at the end of the auction. I never use second chance offer. Click here to see what else i ma selling.
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