Brevet Major General George Armstrong Custer Tintype and Case

Description:

Brevet Major General George Armstrong Custer Tintype and Case, c. 1865, tinplate image of Custer wearing the uniform of a Major General, maroon velvet-lined thermoplastic case with foliate designs, case ht. 4 1/4, wd. 3 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Image is in good condition with some light yellowing to the background, case is solid with a few minor corner chips.


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