Description
This item is a 1864 ABRAHAM LINCOLN CARTE DE VISTE, PATRIOTIC EAGLE/SHIELD/CANNONS/FLAGS, EMBOSSED, VG+. A 2.5 inch by 4 inch CDV, featuring a slightly different Lincoln pose from 1864. The card has strong embossing, with a patriotic theme that includes an Eagle/Shield/Cannons/Flags. The reverse side reads Salisbury, Bro & Co. Manufactures of Gold and Silver Plated Jewelry, also Carte de Vistes of all Noted Persons. From Providence, Rhode Island. We’re not sure if this was designed as a campaign item or a patriotic propaganda piece, but we are certain it was pre-mortem. The CDV is in nice shape overall, with a clear & crisp, bold portrait. A few minor toning areas and spots, along with some trivial creases are visible, but nothing is overly distracting. As a reference point, a few example of this exact CDV have sold over the last decade for about half of our listed price, but they also exhibited moderate to major problems. This much cleaner example should be worth more, especially when factoring in the present demand for period Lincoln material. Our commitment is to provide you with quality coins and collectibles at the best possible prices. This piece is no exception. Please note, the coin and collectibles markets do fluctuate, and prices occasionally will change. In this rare circumstance, we will contact you first to verify your order.