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Found this Victorian Age tintype hidden behind a newer photograph in a picture frame. It is 8.5"x6" in size.

I was trying to determine to what time period this saddle shield belonged. I am thinking maybe World War I, but HOPING Civil War instead! If you could help me any with this one, I certainly would appreciate it! Thanks.

I have bought many Civil War knifes and forks, but I have never seen one with rivets like this. I was wondering anyone knew if this knife is from the Civil War era?

Can anyone tell me about the history of this type of Tin pitcher? Notice the hand soldering of this piece. I believe the lip area was handmade. Aproximately 3" wide, front to back. 5" tall. I'm not sure where it came from in the U.S., or how old it is. Let me know, if you have any knowledge on...