Lot 914
1870's Baseball Tin Types. Lot of Two, rare and intriguing examples of baseball history.
A.) This soft focus photo depicts two unidentified players in uniform with one leaning on a bat. The tin type, presented in a ornate copper colored frame, is contained within one half of an embossed gutta-percha case. The tin type is in very good condition with the case exhibiting signs of aging. Case is 3¼ x 3 3/4".
B.) A quaint, soft-focus image of four children, in Edwardian dress, with one holding a bat, posing for the camera. The tin type has a view minor scratches along the top edge. Unframed, 2¼ x 3¼". Very Good.
Estimated Value $400 - 750.
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| Realized $334 |
