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Preserving Tintypes: Protecting a 19th Century Legacy

Tintypes hold a special place in the history of photography. These iron-based portraits were durable, affordable, and beloved throughout the 19th century. Yet despite their rugged reputation, tintypes today are surprisingly vulnerable. Without proper care, these one-of-a-kind images can deteriorate and be lost forever. For many families, these are the only surviving portraits of ancestors—making … Read more