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Quebec TipTypes

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Patricia Greber
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A photograph is a glimpse into the past

Amy Johnson Crow and her #52ancestor challenge have us picking a favorite image this week.

This is not an easy task because I have a wide range of photographs from various family lines. I decided to pick from the pictures I have of unknown people.

This image is a tintype, without a doubt I believe it was taken in Quebec because of the clothing. I have calculated the date of the image to be anywhere from 1870-1900. I cannot attribute it to any family members, but believe it is from the Norton or Jeffery families who lived in Montreal and Quebec City. The children are absolutely adorable.

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Unknown family members, likely the Norton/Jeffery family who lived in Quebec City and Montreal.
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I couldn’t help but add this picture, also a tintype. I believe it to be the same boy as in the above picture.

If you have a clue about who these children are or the dates of the tintypes I would love to hear from you.

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2 responses to “Quebec TipTypes”

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    Alex

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    1. Patricia Greber Avatar
      Patricia Greber

      Hi Alex,
      I do not know what you mean by the statement “I am no longer certain where you are getting your information”.

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