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Dating of couple pictured - either Muir or Ross
« on: Saturday 04 February 17 16:41 GMT (UK) »
This unidentified picture is possibly James Muir (1834-1905) and wife Agnes Ross Graham (1832-1895).  Both lived in Larkhall, Scotland but James later moved to Holytown.

Another possibility would be Agnes' parents.  James Ross (1778 - between 1841-1851) and Margaret Graham (1795-1873).  Again both residents of Larkhall, Scotland.

I know nothing of clothing styles etc that help date pictures.  My guess would be the first couple.

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Re: Dating of couple pictured - either Muir or Ross
« Reply #1 on: Saturday 04 February 17 20:19 GMT (UK) »
I am guessing 1890-1900

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Re: Dating of couple pictured - either Muir or Ross
« Reply #2 on: Saturday 04 February 17 22:17 GMT (UK) »
My guess would be 1880s
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Re: Dating of couple pictured - either Muir or Ross
« Reply #3 on: Sunday 05 February 17 11:50 GMT (UK) »
It would be helpful if we could see all of it & the back in RGB.
The dress styles are typical 1860's but as an older couple they might be a bit out of date so could be 70's.
The pose is more suited to the 60's however the cardstock lettering is typical 1870's, hence the opening comment.
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