Tin Type Gent History of America - Good Condition, Visible Wear See Photo ... This is a tin type photograph, a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal, likely iron. The image shows a head-and-shoulders portrait of a young man. The subject is well-dressed, wearing a dark coat with wide lapels over a waistcoat and a white shirt with a cravat or tie. His hair is neatly parted on the side and appears to be combed back. The man has a serious expression, which was common in early photography due to the long exposure times required. The photograph has a sepia tone and shows some signs of age and wear, including small scratches, specks, and some deterioration of the emulsion, particularly on the subjects shirt and the background. The edges of the tin plate are irregular, with one corner noticeably clipped, which is typical for this type of photographic medium. This item purchase includes FREE SHIPPING. Note the projected collectibles, vintage, antiques, and memorabilia, U.S. market shows substantial growth on-average 6.5% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) to reach $280 Billion revenue by 2033.