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While most early photo processes involved paper or light metal plates, tintypes (aka ferrotypes) used a sheet of thin iron. Patented in 1856, tintypes are recognizable by their yellowish color and small sizes. The smallest plates are called gem tintypes, and are common in lockets or jewelry. Like daguerreotypes, they tend to tarnish easily. This medium was popular for many years, due to its higher developing speed and easy-to-clip material, making it ideal for framing.

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Tintype of a Cross-Draw Left-Handed Cowboy - Photographsby flashlarue
in Photographs
3 years ago
CW Soldier Large Frame tin Confederate Early War 6.5x9 approx. - Military and Wartimeby villageanti…
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1 year ago
Tintype found in a box - Photographsby filmnet
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From Ambrotypes to Stereoviews, 150 Years of Photographs

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