Tin type photo of Grandma
I recently found a beautiful treasure. I mean truly- went digging, searching, and uncovering in dust and time; a treasure I wasn’t even looking for.
My Grandmother was a treasure in my youth, and now I have an irreplaceable, tangible piece of my past to add to my memories. A 6″ round, tin type photo on a convex tin backing.
You will remember that I wrote about Grandma’s beautiful copper work here. She made them with her own hands in her school days.
Family Heirlooms
By Grandma’s Hands
My mother gave me these copper pieces when I was younger and I cherish them, but I didn’t even know this strange and beautiful photo existed.
Tin Type on Round Tin
It is convex, and draped on tin. How curious and unique! Has anyone got any information to share with me on the use or purpose for such photos?
And just look at her face! Those are sky blue eyes and raven hair. She was a young woman who came to the desert to teach school, became a rancher’s wife, eventually a business woman and the most tender caregiver of my childhood. I am so proud of her legacy.
Copper Plate tooled by Grandma
I was dreading the task ahead of me, and now I feel so blessed for the effort.
I am searching for the perfect way to display this beautiful memory now. Do you have any suggestions? Have you ever uncovered a wonderful memory that lay hidden for a long winter?
Very nice work! And your grandmother was a true beauty!
Thank you.