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Title: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: ryan37 on Tuesday 13 February 18 22:57 GMT (UK)

hi folks , this is another one found among the collection

printed by shivas of queen street peterhead

these men could be smith relations

any input on info or restoring will be greatly appreciated


many thanks ryan

Title: Re: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: ryan37 on Wednesday 14 February 18 11:17 GMT (UK)

has anyone seen this type of printing before?


ryan

Title: Re: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: Treetotal on Wednesday 14 February 18 11:31 GMT (UK)

The cards with embossed cursive lettering was popular in the 1890s. Where possible, it's always a good idea to post a copy of the back as they give dating clues. Jim is better at dating men's clothing than me so he will be around soon.
Carol

Title: Re: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: ryan37 on Wednesday 14 February 18 11:42 GMT (UK)

many thanks the photographer was listed as shivas of 46 queen street peterhead - james shivas ,artists, colourman - looked it up that shop  was on slaters national commercial directory of between 1882- and 1915


thanks folks


ryan

Title: Re: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: japeflakes on Wednesday 14 February 18 16:43 GMT (UK)

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Title: Re: old photo needs help these men could be smith relations
Post by: ryan37 on Wednesday 14 February 18 23:27 GMT (UK)

Thanks very much for your efforts brilliant work