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This is an unmounted image that is about the size of a postcard.
Along the top is a 1908 date that has been written over and is smudged. I am not familiar enough with the Indian to date precisely.
However the format of the photograph is consistent with photographs from about 1905- 1925.
Reproduction of this image in any form is not authorized.
Scott
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Thanks fourpeepsake, official and beachbomb.
Scott
The Indian used that style of tank and shifter style from 1907 -13. Hope this helps. Great photo.
Thanks Kerry-- good to hear the 1908 dating is accurate.
Scott
Thanks for looking Michelle.
Scott
Thanks walksoftly.
Scott