Civil War Image--Thought?

[James A. Page]

A recent acquisition. Although I have entitled this image "Confederate Volunteer", I have no idea if this is a civilian/military or Confederate/Federal Soldier. I post it here for your information and comments. The reverse of the image is unmarked.

Some interesting features:
1.) The angle of the coat's collar points. It also doesn't seem to have an visible trimming;
2.) The pinky ring;
3.) The lock of hair inside the frame;
4.) He's missing ever other (alternating) coat button.

Just goes to show you that you should never overlook the pile of old photos in your local "junk" store.

Thanks!

Jim Page

[Kace]

I would theorize that the lock of hair was his and included with the image as a keepsake. I would give it a 50/50 chance of being added after his death.

Kace

[Andrew Kasmar]

Hi,

The jacket looks like it has a really tall collar, and the button holes are really long. Cool picture, thanks for posting it.

Andrew